OVERVIEW
Systemic disorders may alter the onset and clinical course of periodontal
diseases, resulting in more rapid and advanced destruction, increased
risk of tooth loss, and the need for alterations in dental therapy
aimed at control of oral diseases and restoration of masticatory function
and esthetics. Recent research has also focused on the converse side
of this relationship; namely, the influence of periodontal infection
on other organ systems. This course is designed to review the
interrelationships between oral health and systemic conditions such
as cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, and
pregnancy.
OBJECTIVES
Following this presentation, attendees will:
• Understand the impact of systemic disorders on the periodontium and other
oral tissues.
• Comprehend the current evidence for the potential impact of periodontal
infection on
the pathogenesis of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, the risks for
adverse pregnancy outcomes, and the metabolic
control of diabetes mellitus.
• Know the mechanisms through which periodontal infection may have systemic
effects.
• Be able to integrate this information into the clinical practice of dentistry.
PRESENTER
BRIAN L. MEALEY, D.D.S., M.S., received his dental degree from The University
of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Dental School in 1983. He attained
his specialty certificate in Periodontics from Wilford Hall Air Force Medical
Center, Lackland Air Force Base in 1990 and a Master of Science in Periodontics
from The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Texas Health
Science Center at San Antonio. Currently, Dr. Mealey is the Graduate Program
Director in the Department of Periodontics at The University of Texas Health
Science Center at San Antonio.
In addition to his position at the Health Science Center, he is also an Adjunct
Associate Professor at Baylor College of Dentistry, Texas A&M University
Health System. He is the former Chairman of the Department of Periodontics and
Graduate Program Director of the U.S. Air Force Periodontics Residency at Wilford
Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas.
TIME
Check-in: D.S. Cafeteria, 12:30 PM
Program: Friday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION
The University of Texas Health Science Center
at San Antonio, Dental School
TUITION
Individual: $149.50
Special Discount Fee: $104.65
(Must register for the morning Texas Brief to
receive discount)
CREDIT Course Code: (124526A)
AGD Code: 495 Hours: 3 |
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