Florida Dental Continuing Education

This course offers general knowledge regarding soft tissue grafting techniques used in periodontics. Topics range from a history and rationale of the approach to different techniques and therapeutic advantages thereof. The course discusses the approach to soft tissue grafting as far as evaluation and when to refer. It concludes with expected and unexpected outcomes as they relate to healing, as well as long-term effects of different therapies.

This course includes an overview of sterilization protocols within the dental practice setting, including proper storage, maintenance of instruments, and the equipment used for patient care. 

• Describe dentin hypersensitivity and its epidemiology.
• Identify the etiology and risk factors for dentin hypersensitivity.
• Outline the steps in diagnosing dentin hypersensitivity, including history and examination.
• Discuss strategies for managing and treating dentin hypersensitivity.

This course provides an overview of common prescription and certain over-the-counter medications administered to children for prevalent systemic health conditions and diseases, and the impact these drugs have on a child’s oral health. This course will also discuss medicinal marijuana (although not legal in all states). The goal is to educate the dental team on specific considerations and observations they should make during ongoing care as they relate directly to said medications. 

• Describe the epidemiology (including prevalence and risk factors) of traumatic dental injuries involving both the primary and permanent dentitions.
• Identify preventative measures taken to reduce or eliminate traumatic dental injuries.
• Identify the general treatment considerations when dealing with traumatic dental injuries.
• Describe the components of a detailed diagnostic evaluation for traumatic dental injuries.
• Describe treatments for traumatic dental injuries that reflect the best current evidence, based on the literature and professional opinion.
• Identify the orthodontic implications of traumatic dental injuries.
• Describe the sequelae of traumatic dental injuries to the primary dentition.

This course reviews current recommended practices in providing dental care for patients diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. It includes a review of blood composition, the anatomy of the heart and circulatory system, and the cardiac conduction system. The course discusses several forms of cardiovascular disease, including their risk factors and treatments, as well as required treatment modifications in the dental setting. It also addresses the prevention and management of cardiovascular emergencies.