Popular Diet Trends - Lean in on Dental Health

COURSE NUMBER: 663

Sara Karlin, DDS; Ellen Karlin, MMSc, RDN, LDN, FADA

Credit Hours:

1 Hour(s)

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Overview

The purpose of this course is to discuss popular diet trends your patients may be following, arming you with what you need to know as a dental healthcare professional. Evidence-based research shows us how diet trends and dietary patterns impact the health of the oral cavity. Understand the low FODMAP, Mediterranean, gluten-free, dairy-free, and plant-based diets and how they affect oral health status.

Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Apr 13, 2023
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
Apr 12, 2026
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:

Understand the plethora of information surrounding popular diet trends.
Discuss the low FODMAP, gluten-free, dairy-free, plant-based and Mediterranean diets.
Explain the effect diet trends and dietary patterns may have on oral health.
List patient-friendly, healthy eating resources that promote oral health and sustainable weight control.

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.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

Ms. Karlin reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Dr. Karlin reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

sarakarlin4@gmail.com

Dr. Sara Karlin is a board-certified pediatric dentist working as Adjunct Faculty at Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health and in private practice at the Kids’ Dental Office of Phoenix. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from ...

Submission Information

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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.