The Intraoral and Extraoral Exam
COURSE NUMBER: 337
Nancy W. Burkhart, EdD, MEd, BSDH, AFAAOM, IFDH
Credit Hours:
3 Hour(s)
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The purpose of this course is to introduce the protocol for a complete oral cancer examination with proper techniques for both the head and neck and intraoral examinations; to provide patient education information; to provide information on...
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Overview
The purpose of this course is to introduce the protocol for a complete oral cancer examination with proper techniques for both the head and neck and intraoral examinations; to provide patient education information; to provide information on adjunct technologies that may be utilized in lesion detection and; to promote informing all patients that they are receiving a complete oral cancer examination.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Feb 20, 2009
Last Revision Date:
Mar 31, 2025
Course Expiration Date:
Mar 30, 2028
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
730
Technical Requirements:
Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- State eight objectives of the intraoral and head and neck examinations.
- List the sequence of performing a total oral cancer examination.
- List prime areas for the development of oral cancer.
- Describe four adjunct tests or devices and procedures that may be performed in conjunction with the oral cancer examination.
- Discuss reasons for using an adjunct device when performing an oral cancer examination.
- List five descriptors important for accurately documenting oral lesions.
- List four risk factors for the development of oral cancer.
- Define the term “professional delay.”
- List three reasons why a patient may present with “patient delay.”
- Identify and define the three general classification categories most examination findings can be placed into.
Disclaimers
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Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.
Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Submission For credit transfers to appear in your AGD account in real time, make sure to add your AGD membership number in the field provided on the “Share Your Test Score” page.
CE Broker For all states that use CE Broker for licensure, “proof of completions” are electronically reported the first of every month. If a course was taken in November, the “proof of completion” will be submitted the beginning of December.
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
AADH Approved Program Provider
Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.
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