The Truth about Hidden Sugars: A Risk for Health
COURSE NUMBER: 694
Diane Vernetti-Callahan, RDH, MS Ed
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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Hidden sugars are a pervasive element in our diets, often lurking in foods we consider healthy. Understanding “The Truth about Hidden Sugars” is critical for maintaining optimal health. This course will explore hidden sugars in modern diets...
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Overview
Hidden sugars are a pervasive element in our diets, often lurking in foods we consider healthy. Understanding “The Truth about Hidden Sugars” is critical for maintaining optimal health. This course will explore hidden sugars in modern diets, highlight common sources, and assist us in the education of our patients to make informed dietary choices and promote overall health. This course explores the relationship between hidden sugars in foods and how they correlate with disease and systemic health.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students, Office Managers
Date Course Online:
Oct 1, 2018
Last Revision Date:
Feb 28, 2025
Course Expiration Date:
Feb 27, 2028
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
150
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:
- Develop skills to read and interpret hidden sugars on an ingredient label.
- Assess your knowledge while comparing various food labels.
- Understand the impact of ultra processed foods and beverages on health; gut dysbiosis, oral disease, diabetes, obesity, inflammatory conditions, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, (NAFLD) and early childhood caries (ECC).
- Explore innovative technologies and tools for consumers to track and monitor sugar intake.
- Utilize practical strategies to find and avoid hidden sugars in food products.
- Understand how sugar marketed to children affect long term physical and mental health.
- Evaluate how carbohydrates differ significantly by using the Glycemic Index.
- Practice using a food scanning app to access nutritional information on food products.
- Understand our role as health care providers regarding education and prevention.
Disclaimers
P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
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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