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Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy in Traditional Dental Settings

COURSE NUMBER: 507

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

This course will introduce the reader to orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) and OMT. It has been designed to educate the reader regarding common OMDs, signs and symptoms of OMDs, and to discuss the goals and potential outcomes of ther...

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Overview

This course will introduce the reader to orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) and OMT. It has been designed to educate the reader regarding common OMDs, signs and symptoms of OMDs, and to discuss the goals and potential outcomes of therapy.


To date, there has been little information published regarding orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) as utilized in the general dentistry setting. However, there are dental professionals currently practicing OMT as an adjunct to traditional dental services. This course will introduce the reader to orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) and OMT. It has been designed to educate the reader regarding common OMDs, signs and symptoms of OMDs, and to discuss the goals and potential outcomes of therapy. The course will briefly discuss training options and the dental hygienist’s role in OMT.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists

  • Date Course Online:

    Nov 8, 2016

  • Last Revision Date:

    Dec 31, 2000

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Nov 7, 2019

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

Learning Objectives

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


  • Identify common orofacial myofunctional disorders.
  • Describe signs and symptoms of an orofacial myofunctional disorder.
  • Discuss potential consequences of an orofacial myofunctional disorder.
  • Define orofacial myofunctional therapy.
  • Discuss the goals of orofacial myofunctional therapy.
  • Explain the dental hygienist's role in myofunctional therapy.

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