Clinical Professor and Chair of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Graduate Program Director University of Maryland School of Dentistry Baltimore, Maryland
The presentation will encourage the clinicians to revisit their prevention and management strategies for ECC. It will emphasize on effectiveness of individual therapies in managing the long-term implications of the disease. Evidence on certain popular therapies such as sealants, xylitol, fluoride including SDF will be presented. Finally, effectiveness of restorative care and importance of disease management will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participant will be able to identify changing trends in prevalence of ECC
Upon completion, participant will be able to identify the effectiveness of current therapies in management of ECC
Upon completion, participant will be able to describe the importance of disease management for management of ECC.