Esthetic Dentistry for the Older Patient

Credit Details
This electronically delivered self-instructional program is designated for 1.5 hours of CE credit by Farran Media.
AGD Code: 752.

The fee to view this course is $36. This cost includes the fee to take the exam and claim your CE credits.

Synopsis:

Discussed in this course is the changing demographics in population as the older population is exploding in the United States, Europe and Asia. As owners of a business, we need to be aware of the patient population that requires our services. The older population has special needs due to age related changes, medical issues, effects of medication, difficulty doing home care and access to care. This course shows how to make a successful practice focusing on the older patient and discusses why it is beneficial for dentists to have an interest in treating the older patient. In addition it shows how to perform esthetic dentistry on the older patient who may not be able to do home care and has someone else responsible for taking them to the dental office.

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• 1. Know the demographics of the older population
• 2. How to perform esthetic dentistry on the older patient
• 3. What are the challenges of treating the older patient
• 4. Difference between glass ionomer and composite restorations
• 5. How to obtain consent
• 6. How to market for older patients

Description of Speaker:
Dr. Arnold I Liebman is an Assistant Clinical Professor at New York University College of Dentistry. His practice focuses on the older patient; in addition to a private practice, he performs full service mobile dentistry. He lectures on dentistry for the mature patient and removable prosthetics.

Disclosure:
The speaker declares that neither he nor any member of his family have a financial arrangement or affiliation with any corporate organization offering financial support or grant monies for this continuing dental education program.

Legal Disclaimer:
The CE provider (Farran Media) uses reasonable care in selecting and providing content that is accurate. The CE provider, however, does not independently verify the content or materials. The CE provider does not represent that the instructional materials are error-free or that the content or materials are comprehensive. Any opinions expressed in the materials are those of the author of the materials and not the CE provider. Completing one or more continuing education courses does not provide sufficient information to qualify the participant as an expert in the field related to the course topic or in any specific technique or procedure. The instructional materials are intended to supplement, but are not a substitute for, the knowledge, expertise, skill and judgment of a trained health care professional.

Licensure:
Continuing education credits issued for completion of online CE courses may not apply toward license renewal in all licensing jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of each registrant to verify the CE requirements of his/her licensing or regulatory agency.

State CE Requirements:
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Refund Policy
There are no refunds for Online CE courses. Please contact technical support if you run into technical difficulty.

CE Contact
For any questions, please contact Nareg Apelian, DMD, Director of Continuing Education at nareg@farranmedia.com