| Courses |
| IDENTIFYING METHAMPHETAMINE ABUSE AND DEVELOPING A TREATMENT PROTOCOL:
As dental healthcare professionals, it is vital to be aware of the illegal use of Methamphetamines (MA). MA has a direct effect on a person’s health, lifestyle, ability to function and mental status. Unlike many other street drugs, the use of MA is on the rise. Dental professionals must have knowledge of the symptoms of use, possible side effects, drug interactions with medications and dental treatment considerations. This will aid in delivering appropriate dental treatment and patient education. Read the full course desciption.
INFECTION CONTROL WITH A TWIST: Ever sit though an infection control classes and wish you had a pillow? Noel Kelsch RDH decided to change that using her warped sense of humor and cutting edge information. Read the full course desciption.
ON DEATH AND DYING… CRADDLING PEOPLE IN OUR LAPS: All of us will face the affects of death in our lives and careers. This course not only gives you the insight and tools for interacting with people who are facing death or have experienced a loss in their lives but it also provides you with strategies for comfort care, protocols, and treatment planning for patients facing death. Read the full course desciption.
GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER?: Understanding the infectious nature of dental diseases can greatly impact both health care professionals and patient understanding and compliance. Read the full course desciption.
Eliminating
Boxed ThinkinG: Ever have one of those days when you feel like your patients just are not getting it? In this humorous yet informative class you will learn the steps to motivating change and cutting edge materials to enhance patients’ perspective of dentistry. Noel gives you the tools to understand the psychology of dentistry and learning styles of patients. Read the full course desciption.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WILL NOT FIT ON A T SHIRT~ Addictive behaviors have become an ever increasing part of the American way of life. These behaviors need to be recognized, understood, and incorporated into the health care professional’s treatment plan. This course provides an over view of addictive behaviors and tools to design treatment plans to meet the needs of patients dealing with addiction. Read the full course desciption.
SERVING UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS: Recognizing and serving the needs of underserved populations are complex tasks. This course helps the medical professional identify the needs of underserved population and the barriers to serving those needs. |

