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Desquamative Gingivitis

COURSE NUMBER: 481

Credit Hours:

3 Hour(s)

This course is designed to acquaint the clinician with the possible etiologies, treatments and recommendations for the patient who exhibits the characteristics of desquamative gingivitis (DG). Relevant histological and direct immunofluores...

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Overview

This course is designed to acquaint the clinician with the possible etiologies, treatments and recommendations for the patient who exhibits the characteristics of desquamative gingivitis (DG). Relevant histological and direct immunofluorescence examinations are discussed and suggested biopsy techniques for optimal results are explained.


Classifying mucosal disease states is difficult for the clinician since many mucosal diseases have similar oral appearances. The term “desquamative gingivitis” (DG) is often used as a descriptive term, because the etiology of the inflammation may originate from multiple sources and, ultimately, it may prove to be a clinical feature of one of the mucocutaneous diseases.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists

  • Date Course Online:

    Feb 29, 2016

  • Last Revision Date:

    Dec 31, 2000

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Feb 27, 2019

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


- Define the clinical term desquamative gingivitis.


- Identify four oral mucosal diseases or disorders that are most commonly associated with desquamative gingivitis.


- Differentiate between plaque-related gingivitis and chronic gingival inflammation associated with mucogingival desquamation.


- Be familiar with diagnostic interventions necessary to confirm the etiology of conditions associated with desquamative gingivitis.


- Be familiar with treatment protocols useful in patient management of the diseases and disorders most often associated with desquamative gingivitis.

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.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • The authors report no conflicts of interest associated with this course.

Submission Information

Recognition

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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