The History of RDA & Modern Erosive Tooth Wear
COURSE NUMBER: 683
Samuel St. John, PhD
Credit Hours:
1 Hour(s)
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Dental professionals are often times fixated on the idea that toothpaste abrasiveness is the key factor in tooth wear. This course will review the history of RDA and modern erosive tooth wear; which will demonstrate that acid-mediated toot...
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Overview
Dental professionals are often times fixated on the idea that toothpaste abrasiveness is the key factor in tooth wear. This course will review the history of RDA and modern erosive tooth wear; which will demonstrate that acid-mediated tooth wear, so-called erosive tooth wear, is the dominant process for tooth loss. The course will also focus on prevention strategies to reduce the risk of erosive tooth wear.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students, Office Managers, Dental Educators
Date Course Online:
Mar 19, 2024
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
Mar 18, 2027
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:
- Understand the history of RDA and abrasion measurements.
- Demonstrate the clinical irrelevance of RDA values less than 250.
- Consider lifetime dentin and enamel wear amounts based on RDA and clinical studies.
- Illustrate the impact of acid on tooth wear and its amplification of tooth loss.
- Discuss strategies to reduce the risk of erosive tooth wear.
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
- Dr. Samuel St. John, PhD is an employee of the Procter & Gamble Company.
Samuel St. John
PhD
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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