Medications and nutrient deficiencies have a direct impact on oral health—and as oral healthcare providers, we’re on the frontlines of spotting the signs. This course explores the most common prescription and over-the-counter medications your patients are taking and the mineral or vitamin deficiencies associated with them. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how these imbalances influence caries risk, periodontal health, xerostomia, and healing. With a science-based, practical approach, you’ll learn how to connect the dots between systemic health and oral conditions, educate patients on prevention strategies, and collaborate with the healthcare team to support optimal outcomes.
Presented by Stacy Weisman, BS. MS, OMT RDH
What You’ll Learn:
- Medications & Oral Health – Common prescription/OTC drugs and their effects on the oral cavity.
- Nutrient Deficiencies – How mineral and vitamin imbalances contribute to caries, perio, and healing.
- Practical Integration – Patient education, prevention strategies, and collaborative care approaches.
Three learning outcomes
- Identify the top 5 most Rx medications in the US
- Identify Mineral deficiencies we see with these medication uses
- Identify oral manifestation we can see from the mineral deficiencies.
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