AAOSH Accelerate 2023 Learning Package

What you will learn.

AAOSH Accelerate 2023 is a 6.25 credit hour course package that provides an in-depth exploration of critical topics in oral health and patient management. Attendees will learn to navigate the complexities of oral appliance therapy (OAT) for obstructive sleep apnea, including identifying potential problems and troubleshooting both near-term and long-term issues. Participants will also delve into the role of inflammation in oral microbiome health, understanding how it drives dysbiosis and disease progression and evaluating advanced treatment options beyond traditional antimicrobials. Further, the course covers selecting safe and effective oral care products, debunking common myths, and understanding the connections between oral and overall health.

Additionally, the course emphasizes the interdisciplinary management of sleep-disordered breathing through implant-supported maxillary expansion, exploring orthodontic options and the relationship between facial function and form. Attendees will gain practical skills for appropriately referring patients and analyzing case examples of successful collaborations. Finally, the course addresses the shift from patient compliance to commitment, offering strategies to foster long-term health partnerships and enhance patient engagement. This course is ideal for dental professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in providing holistic and effective patient care.

This course package includes the following five 1.25 credit hour lessons:

1. Predicting & Responding to OAT Problems by Kate Christian, DMD, Fellow AAOP, Diplomat ABDSM
2. Chasing Fire to Save Our Good Bugs! by Camille Zenobia, PhD
3. Your Complete Guide to Safe & Effective Oral Care Products by Kami Hoss, DDS, MS
4. Interdisciplinary Management of Sleep Disordered Breathing: Implant-Supported Maxillary Expansion by Jennifer J Crowe, DDS, MS, MOM
5. Moving from Compliance to Commitment: Helping Our Patients Take Ownership for Their Health by Bonnie Ripin, RDH, BASDH