For Dentists and Dental Hygienists:
2–3 hours for associated CEU credits

Course Description:

The population is growing… and so are our waist lines! Everyone wants to find the holy grail of weight loss—giving in to diets that sound too good to be true–promising rapid loss of pounds, no need for exercise and the ability to eat whatever you want! Associations between fad diet practices and oral health status can alter dental care and treatment outcomes. Weight loss surgery is a growing trend for those who have been battling the bulge. As the number of individuals choosing weight loss surgery rises, dental professionals need to be aware of the potential implications for the oral cavity.