Peridontal Disease & Systemic Illness: Diabetes, Cardiac Concerns, & the Brain

Learning Objectives
List the common risk factors for peridontal disease.
Discuss the role of of inflammation and infection in periodontal disease.
Describe the relationship between gum disease and conditions including diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune disorders.
List the neurodegenerative illnesses associated with periodontal disease.
Discuss the key components of counseling and treating patients with peridontal.
Outline how the information in this course an be used to imp;rove patient care outcomes.
Describe, based on the information presented, the implications for dentistry, mental health, pharmacy, nursing, dentistry, occupational and physical therapy, and other health professionals.