Central Coast Dental Hygienists Society Presents

Using silver products to arrest caries – what every hygienist should know

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The antimicrobial use of silver compounds pivots on the 100-year-old application of silver nitrate, silver foil, and silver sutures for the prevention and treatment of ocular, surgical, and dental infections. However it’s approval for use in dentistry in the US is new. This course will provide evidence-based information on the efficacy of two silver products in the management of dental caries – silver diamine fluoride and silver nitrate.

Course Objectives: 

  • Discuss the history of silver products in dentistry
  • Describe the action of silver in arresting caries
  • Describe the efficacy of silver products in arresting caries
  • Describe the application process along with limitations of each product
Speaker Dr. Kathy Phipps

Dr. Kathy Phipps is an oral epidemiologist with considerable experience in caries research and the development and implementation of oral health surveillance systems. Currently, she is the Data Coordinator for the Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors and a consultant for the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board and the Oglala Sioux Tribe. She is the primary consultant for the Indian Health Service’s Oral Health Surveys of American Indian and Alaska Native Children.

Date: Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Time: 6:00-8:00pm (check-in 5:30) –  Light Dinner Provided

Location:
Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa St,
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Early bird  registered/postmarked before Oct. 21st
$45 Members and RDA’s $55 “Not yet members” and dentists
Registered/postmarked after Oct. 21st
$55 Members and RDA’s $55 $65 “Not yet members” and Dentists

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Theresa Anselmo : 1241 Johnson Ave. #249 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or [email protected]

Phone: (805) 464-3254

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