Biofilm: A New View of Plaque
COURSE NUMBER: 42
Pamela R. Overman, EdD, RDH
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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The primary learning objective for this course is to increase your general knowledge of the various ways that dental professionals have viewed plaque throughout the years, highlighting the current view of plaque as a biofilm and the ramific...
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Overview
The primary learning objective for this course is to increase your general knowledge of the various ways that dental professionals have viewed plaque throughout the years, highlighting the current view of plaque as a biofilm and the ramifications for periodontal therapy.
Dental researchers have attempted to understand the microbial nature of oral diseases over the past 130 years. Their view of plaque and its constituent microorganisms has shifted from a specific plaque hypothesis to a non-specific plaque hypothesis and back again to a theory of specific periodontal pathogens in plaque. Changes in the way plaque and its microorganisms are viewed affect the strategies used to prevent and control periodontal diseases. In recent years, dental researchers have begun to view plaque as a biofilm. This shifting view of plaque has important implications for future efforts in research, treatment and prevention.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Apr 17, 2001
Last Revision Date:
Feb 18, 2020
Course Expiration Date:
Feb 17, 2023
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
10
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- State a definition of biofilm.
- Discuss the positive and negative aspects of biofilm formation in nature. Include examples of how biofilm provides benefits and harms.
- Compare and contrast the differing views of bacterial plaque at three points in time: 1880-1930; 1930-1960; and 1960 to current times.
- Compare and contrast the behavior of bacteria as grown on culture plates with their behavior in biofilms.
- Describe strategies used currently for control of oral biofilm.
- List the strategies that are under consideration for control of oral biofilms.
Disclaimers
- P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
- 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.
Author(s)
Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- The author has done consulting work for P&G.
Pamela R. Overman
EdD, RDH
Submission Information
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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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