Dentist in Private Practice PDM Family Dental Dix Hills, New York, United States
Disclosure(s):
Parul Dua Makkar, DDS: No financial relationships to disclose
Early detection and prompt management significantly improve outcomes for individuals diagnosed with oral cancer. As frontline dental professionals, mastering the skills of thorough screening and effective communication is paramount. This Presentation delves into identifying patient risk factors, understanding pertinent statistics and assessing the efficacy of HPV vaccinations in cancer prevention. You will learn fundamental screening protocols, documentation practices and early detection methodologies. Additionally, the course explores staging techniques and treatment modalities.
Learning Objectives:
Define oral cancer, explore the statistics and learn how to recognize the risk factors and signs/symptoms of oral cancer
Discuss HPV, vaccination and cancer prevention with patients
Understand how to effectively and comfortably talk to your patient about oral cancer and how to help patients manage adverse reactions to cancer treatment
