Chemo Mouth: Managing Oral Side Effects During and After Cancer Treatment
Mastering Post-Op Care: Infection Free Fast Healing
Free dental continuing education course hosted by Dental CE Academy
Live interactive and On Demand Dental CE Webinar
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TITLE: Chemo Mouth: Managing Oral Side Effects During and After Cancer Treatment
COURSE FEE: Complimentary Access
CREDITS: This continuing education activity is designated for 1 credit
DURATION: 60 minutes
AGD PACE SUBJECT CODE: 730 Oral Medicine
CE SUPPORTER: H2Ocean
MODE: Electronically Mediated | Live Interactive Webinar
SPEAKER: Dr. Rajiv Saini, MS
AUDIENCE: Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Therapists, Dental Assistants
TECHNOLOGY REQUIRED: Mobile device, laptop or desktop with internet connection | Google Chrome Browser
INSTRUCTIONS: Dental CE Academy hosts all webinars using the ClickMeeting platform. Upon registration you are sent a confirmation email from no-reply@clickeeting.com with a link to join. Be sure to check your spam/junk/promotions folders. We recommend logging in 15 minutes early in the event you require assistance.
HANDOUTS: Distributed via email to all attendees 1 hour prior to start, during and after the webinar.
QUIZ FOR CE CREDIT VERIFICATION: At the conclusion of the webinar, attendees will be redirected to complete a quiz for CE credit. An 80% minimum passing score is required, multiple attempts are permitted, and attendees have 7 days to successfully complete the quiz for CE credit.
COURSE SUMMARY: There are over 18 million cancer survivors in the United States, and 32 million survivors globally. Cancer treatments (chemotherapy and radiation) can lead to significant oral side effects, including mucositis, dry mouth, infections, swallowing difficulties, and taste disturbances, collectively known as 'Chemo Mouth.' In this course, you will learn about the mechanisms behind these side effects and explore practical strategies for managing them. Attendees will also discover the benefits of natural products, like sea salt-based rinses, to promote healing and symptom relief, enhancing patient outcomes during and after cancer treatment. Join an engaging and informative course tailored to meet the high demand for dental professionals’ expertise in managing oral care for cancer survivors, specifically addressing chemo mouth issues. Gain fundamental knowledge and expertise in providing optimal dental hygiene to enhance the quality of life for these patients.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
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Identify the common oral side effects associated with cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation, including their underlying mechanisms.
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Develop patient care plans that include evidence-based strategies for managing 'Chemo Mouth' symptoms, such as dry mouth, mucositis, and taste alterations.
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Evaluate the role of natural oral care solutions, such as sea salt-based rinses, in promoting healing and reducing the severity of oral complications during cancer therapy.
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Implement preventive measures in the dental setting to enhance oral health and improve the quality of life for cancer patients both during and after treatment.
DISCLOSURE OF SPEAKER AND FACULTY COMMERCIAL RELATIONSHIPS: According to Dental CE Academy's Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Policy, faculty and speakers for any course are expected to disclose any economic support, personal interests, or potential bias that may be perceived as creating a conflict related to the material being presented. Disclosure statements are printed in each course description and announced by moderators or individual speakers at the beginning of each presentation. This policy is intended to alert the audience to any potential bias or conflict so that participants may form their own judgments about the material being presented.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: This course is sponsored by H2Ocean. The speaker, Dr. Rajiv Saini, MS declares a financial relationship with H2Ocean. For written documentation you may contact support@dentalcenow.com.
DENTAL CE ACADEMY DISCLOSURE: The views expressed and opinions and materials presented during these live and recorded presentations represent the personal views and opinions of the individual speaker and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of Dental CE Academy. Dental CE Academy assumes no responsibility for the content of the presentations made by the individual speakers. Any suggested protocols for treatment, materials, or services may be based up on the speakers' own clinican experience and should not be construed as Dental CE Academy recommended or endorsed. Selected presentations may include exploratory research or experimental procedures and are intended for informational purposes that may lead to new interest and scientific breakthroughs in the fields of dentistry. Dental CE Academy appreciates its educators who share their knowledge and expertise. This level of dedication to dentistry allows our profession to expand and thrive and provokes necessary discussion and understanding.
