Using an Evidence-based Approach to Making Patient Recommendations for Power Toothbrushes
COURSE NUMBER: 648
Lesley McGovern Kupiec, RDH, MSDH; Jane L. Forrest, EdD, BSDH
Credit Hours:
3 Hour(s)
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Patients are more educated and asking more questions about their oral health. Dental professionals today can be overwhelmed by the number and variety of toothbrushes regularly surfacing on the market and the many differing technologies. All...
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Overview
Patients are more educated and asking more questions about their oral health. Dental professionals today can be overwhelmed by the number and variety of toothbrushes regularly surfacing on the market and the many differing technologies. All of these advances oblige dental professionals to seek information that will enable them to make the best product recommendations based on proven clinical effectiveness and gentleness, their own clinical experience, and patient preferences.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Nov 23, 2020
Last Revision Date:
Nov 22, 2023
Course Expiration Date:
Nov 21, 2026
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
10
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:
- Discuss the evolution of power/electric toothbrushes.
- Understand the different electric toothbrush technologies.
- Describe how different toothbrush technologies effect plaque, gingivitis, calculus and stain.
- Discuss the oral safety considerations of electric toothbrushes.
- Discuss evidence-based decision-making concepts and the hierarchy of evidence.
- Describe the basis for professional recommendation of electric toothbrushes.
- Summarize research presented on patient compliance with brushing recommendations.
- Identify instructional videos for different electric toothbrushes.
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
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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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