Fascinating Facts About Saliva, Seven Strategies for Xerostomia Management and the Future of Saliva Testing...Recorded Live at Townie Meeting!
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Released: 08/15/2013
Review Date: 06/30/2022
Expiration Date: 06/30/2025
Overview:
This course covers current research on physiology of the salivary glands and lesser-known functions of saliva; etiology, signs and symptoms of salivary gland hypofunction; diagnostic techniques for salivary gland hypofunction and related pathologies; discussion of current research on saliva testing for oral and systemic disease; and innovative therapies for xerostomia management
Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to achieve the following:
• Discuss the functions of saliva and the factors that influence salivary output.
• Pro-actively assess patients for risk of salivary gland hypofunction
• Discuss current diagnostic techniques for salivary gland hypofunction and related pathologies
• Describe evidence-based components of a clinical maintenance protocol and self-care regimen that would be beneficial for xerostomic patients.
• Discuss current research on saliva testing for oral and systemic disease.
Note: The fee to view this course is $36. This cost includes the fee to take the exam and claim your CE credits.
The fee to view the entire series is $126. There is an additional fee of $126 to take all exams and claim CE credits for this series.
