| FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2009
Time: 9:00 - 11:30 am Course # BANANAS FOSTER - 3
Dr. Peter L. Jacobsen
Drugs, Bugs and Dentistry: What to Prescribe!
Morning Session: Prescription Drugs
Prophylactic antibiotics for heart problems, prosthetic joints, but what about body augmentation implants? New systemic and topical anti-viral drugs are available. Can they be used to prophylactically prevent herpes attacks? Is metronidazole the next drug of choice, if amoxicillin doesn't work for a periapical infection? Can aphthous ulcers be effectively controlled with the new over-the-counter dental products? All these answers and more in a rapid fire, informative presentation.
- You will be able to choose the most current, effective topical and systemic antiviral drugs for patients with herpes virus infections.
- You will be able to decide on the first, second, and third drugs of choice for oral infections.
- You will be aware of the newest drugs for fungal infections, aphthous ulcers, sinusitis, and other oral cavity/head and neck problems.
- You will learn the most current (1997) guidelines for heart and total joint prophylaxis.
- You will learn when pharmacologic instructions and/or treatments are appropriate for periodontal disease, endodontic procedures, procedures likely to cause pain and other dental problems or procedures.
- You will learn the advantages and disadvantages of the various types of pain medication and the best trial of medication to prevent pain before it starts.
- You will have fun, learn some stuff, and think at the end that the course was entertaining and worth the time spent. At least that is an objective Dr. Jacobsen says he has for you and the course.
Speaker Biography
Continuing Education Credits: 2.5 hours
Of Special Interest To: Dentists, Hygienists and Chairside Assistants
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