DH 3601 - Oral Health and Systemic Connection

3 Credit Hours
Description
This course explores the connection of oral health to overall systemic health. Specifically, associations between oral health status and a number of systemic diseases will be discussed. Prevention and evidence-based practice (EBP) for oral health in the US will be stressed, recognizing the associations between periodontal diseases, cardiovascular health, stroke, diabetes, and adverse pregnancy outcomes. This course is delivered online.