Integrating HPV Vaccination Education into Dental Practice as a Cancer Prevention Measure (1 CEU) - Dr. Lauren Wright, DSL, MPH

• Course Description: Discussing HPV-related cancer rates in WV and how dental professionals can improve outcomes through education and collaboration.

• Course Objectives:

  1. Communicate the importance of HPV vaccination in the prevention of oropharyngeal and other cancers.

  2. Employ best practices related to HPV vaccination education in dental practices.

  3. Present an argument for the integration of HPV vaccination education into regular dental practice.

  4. Provide WV-specific data related to HPV vaccination rates and HPV related cancers.

   

HPV Education for the Dental Provider (2 CEU) - Dr. Jerry Bouquot, DDS, MSD

• Course Description: This lecture will discuss practical knowledge to recognize and manage HPV-associated oral and head & neck lesions. Attendees will learn to identify clinical and microscopic features, understand tools for early cancer detection, and compare similar-appearing lesions. The course also covers current treatment options and prognosis, with an emphasis on early intervention and patient education.

• Course Objectives:

  1. Describe clinical and microscope features of all types of HPV oral lesions, especially those associated with cancer development

  2. Describe technologies and methods used for early diagnosis and prediction of cancer transformation

  3. Describe treatment and prognosis of all types of HPV-associated H&N lesions

  4. Compare look-alike lesions, especially for HPV pre-cancers and early cancers

   

Evidence-Based Strategies for Clients Ready to Revoke Smoke, Kick Dip or Escape Vape (3 CEU) - M. Suann Gaydos, RDH, MSDH, NCTTP & Ashlee Sowards, RDH, MSDH, MA, NCTTP

• Course Description: Dental professionals are well-positioned to serve as sources of tobacco cessation support as the oral cavity displays the negative effects from tobacco use disorder.

• Course Objectives:

  1. Review the consequences from Tobacco Use Disorder on the oral cavity / overall health.

  2. Discuss evidence-based cessation protocols that may be established in the dental setting.

  3. Utilize nicotine dependence assessments to recommend and implement either mono or combination pharmacotherapy.

  4. Apply pharmacotherapy and behavioral strategies during interactive case scenarios.

   

Exhibit Hall (1 CEU)

• Visit vendor booths showcasing the latest dental products, technologies, and services. Attendees can explore hands-on demonstrations of new equipment, speak directly with company representatives, collect samples, and learn about innovations in oral health care!