Minimally invasive dentistry prioritizes the preservation of healthy tooth structure while utilizing techniques to manage caries and prevent disease progression. How can this approach be effectively applied in pediatric dentistry to benefit young patients?
Join CareQuest Institute and the American Association of Public Health Dentistry for a webinar that will explore evidence-based, minimally invasive dental procedures tailored for children and adolescents. Their expert panel of pediatric dentists will discuss the advantages of these procedures and provide guidance on integrating them into daily practice. They'll also share insights on cariology, silver diamine fluoride (SDF), glass ionomer applications, Hall crowns, and effective communication strategies for children and their families — all designed to improve oral health outcomes for young patients.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the principles of minimally invasive dentistry, including tooth remineralization and preservation.
- Identify the key elements of the caries disease process and recognize how risk assessments guide patient-centric care decisions.
- Discuss the benefits of several treatments as they relate to caries management, including silver diamine fluoride (SDF), glass ionomer materials, atraumatic restorative treatment (ART), and Hall crowns.
Moderator
Elizabeth Powell, DDS, MPH, Assistant Professor, Clinical Pediatric Dentistry and Community Oral Health, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
Presenters
Sofía Iribarren DDS, MS, Assistant Professor, University of Nebraska
Jean Star, DDS, MPH, Assistant Professor of Clinical Orofacial Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry, University of California San Francisco
ADA CERP Credits: 1
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