Description

Xerostomia or dryness of the oral cavity is now affecting 1 out of every 5 adults and has become one of the most common oral health pathologies. There are over 500 drugs which contribute to this oral condition. Also advances in medicine and therapeutic modalities have resulted in a steadily increasing human life expectancy. With longevity we can expect salivary hypofunction. The rapid rise in diabetes and autoimmune disorders only further magnifies this oral condition and warrants the need for effective and innovative strategies.

As the population ages and the ‘silver tsunami’ rolls in, are we prepared to address the challenging condition of xerostomia? Learn how to identify and evaluate salivary hypofunction, recommend effective self-care measures and provide solutions that work! Participants will engage in a ‘live study’ demonstrating risk assessment for clinical practice.

Learning Objectives:

1. To define normal salivary function vs. xerostomic conditions.

2. To apply evaluative salivary assessment into clinical practice.

3. To understand the prevalence and etiology of xerostomia related to today’s population.

4. To effectively treat the xerostomic patient both chairside and with self-care measures.

5. To be equipped with clinical resources to aid in treatment and education. 

Ms. Jo-Anne Jones

As a successful entrepreneur and international, award winning speaker, JoAnne brings life, energy and inspiration to all her presentations. The veteran dental hygienist turned educator has a nononsense approach and dynamic speaking style that has made her one of North ...

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