Glucose, Guts & Gums: The Missing Link to Optimal Oral & Systemic Health
Thursday, May 9, 2024
7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Location: Flex A
CE Credits: 1.5
It is estimated that over 80 percent of Americans are experiencing insulin resistance. One can have insulin resistance for up to 20 years before being pre-diabetic. Insulin resistance impacts every organ and body and is crucial to acute and chronic disease prevention. This course is designed to equip the dental professional to take a more comprehensive look at the root cause of oral and systemic inflammation. The clinician will obtain practical information for chairside implementation.
Learning Objectives:
Identify how periodontal pathogens affect gut health.
Define the bi-directional relationship between insulin resistance, diabetes, and periodontal disease.
Review strategies to evaluate systemic inflammation manifesting orally.