Nutritional Influences in Chronic Inflammation
Oral Health Implications
Course Description
Welcome to your CPD program in Nutritional Influences in Chronic Inflammation – Oral Health Implications. The aim of this course is to collate the most relevant new information and research in the ever expanding field of nutrition. This online course is designed for Dentists, Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists, Dental Nurses and Oral Health Educators to update and expand their knowledge of nutrition relative to chronic inflammation and oral-systemic health.
Course Title : Nutrition and Lifestyle Factors in Chronic Inflammation – Implications for Supportive Therapy.
Date : TBC
CPD Hours : 6 hours - Start Time: 9.30 am Finish Time: 4.30 pm
GDC Development Outcomes: A, C and D
Course Aims:
This course is designed to give a good background understanding of nutrition and what constitutes a well-balanced diet. The biochemistry of specific dietary components is discussed in relation to immunity and inflammation. The biochemical mechanisms involved in the maintenance of the oral tissues and protection against disease and chronic inflammation in relation to periodontal disease are also discussed. Statistical information regarding the current nutritional status of the UK population is presented along with practical advice that can be delivered in the dental setting.
Learning Content: This day course will cover:
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The role of nutrition in relation to chronic inflammation and the impact on periodontal tissues.
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Update our understanding of the systemic associations with oral health.
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Discuss nutrition and oral health in the diabetes patient.
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Explore the oral health implications of female hormone balance and the menopause.
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Demonstrate how to assess and review the dietary factors implicated in the resolution of chronic inflammation.
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Effectively implementing a supportive nutritional approach to periodontal disease with our patients
Learning Outcomes: Following this course participants will be able to:
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Describe the role nutrition plays in relation to chronic inflammation and the impact on the periodontal tissues.
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Classify the relationship between oral and systemic health.
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Discuss nutrition and oral health with the diabetes patient.
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Explain the relationship of the menopause and female hormone balance on oral health.
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Assess and review the dietary factors associated with the resolution of chronic inflammation.
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Develop and provide a supportive nutritional program in those patients with chronic periodontal disease.
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