Methamphetamine: Implications for the Dental Team
COURSE NUMBER: 332
Credit Hours:
3 Hour(s)
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This course explores the history, physical and psychological effects, implications for dental team members and other topics related to the methamphetamine phenomenon. The goal of this course is to increase dental healthcare providers’ unde...
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Overview
This course explores the history, physical and psychological effects, implications for dental team members and other topics related to the methamphetamine phenomenon. The goal of this course is to increase dental healthcare providers’ understanding of the effects of methamphetamine use/abuse.
Methamphetamine (meth) abuse is a situation that continues and is being dealt with on a national level. Meth has a profound effect on the user’s entire body including the oral cavity. As health professionals, we have an obligation to seek education on the symptoms of methamphetamine use and the protocol to use when treating a methamphetamine abuser. This course explores the history, physical and psychological effects, implications for dental team members and other topics related to the meth phenomenon.
Intended Audience:
Dental Assistants, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists, Dental Assistant Students
Date Course Online:
Feb 18, 2009
Last Revision Date:
Mar 20, 2016
Course Expiration Date:
Mar 19, 2019
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
Trace the history of methamphetamine (meth) development and use.List characteristics of a ‘typical’ meth user.Summarize the indications of meth use.Recognize oral manifestations resulting from the use of meth.Employ management skills to safely treat a meth abuser.Suggest modalities available for treatment of meth abuse.Recall that toxic ingredients and byproducts of meth production have environmental impact and legal implications.Select appropriate resources for patient education.
Disclaimers
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy. Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
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