Beyond the Mouth- Autoimmune Disorder and the Impact on Dental Patient

Beyond the Mouth- Autoimmune Disorder and the Impact on Dental Patient

2 ceu’s

Attend this class by Live Webinar or Attend at our School

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define autoimmune disease and explain its basic pathophysiology.
2. Identify common autoimmune conditions encountered in dental practice (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren’s syndrome, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, multiple sclerosis).
3. Recognize oral manifestations associated with autoimmune disorders.
4. Discuss how immunosuppressive medications impact dental treatment planning and healing.
5. Identify potential complications related to corticosteroids, biologics, and disease-modifying agents.
6. Modify dental treatment protocols for patients with autoimmune conditions.
7. Implement appropriate infection control and risk-reduction strategies.
8. Recognize signs and symptoms that require medical referral.
9. Communicate effectively with patients about systemic health and oral implications.
10. Collaborate appropriately with physicians and specialists to support comprehensive patient care

Course Description

Autoimmune diseases are increasingly common and frequently impact oral health, dental treatment planning, and overall patient safety. From xerostomia and delayed healing to complex medication interactions and immunosuppression concerns, dental professionals must understand how systemic autoimmune conditions affect clinical care.

This comprehensive continuing education course provides the dental team with practical, evidence-based knowledge about common autoimmune disorders seen in dental practice. Participants will learn how to recognize oral manifestations, understand medical management implications, identify red flags, and modify treatment protocols safely and effectively. Emphasis will be placed on improving patient communication, risk assessment, infection control considerations, and interprofessional collaboration.

This course is designed for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and office managers who want to elevate their understanding of systemic health and deliver safer, more informed care to medically complex patients.

Instructor: Dr. Marc Goldman

Dr. Marc Goldman completed his BS degree at The American University in Washington, DC in 1979 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from The New York University College of Dentistry in 1979.  Dr. Goldman then completed his certificate in Periodontics at Rutgers University Dental School (formerly the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, New Jersey Dental School) in 1982.  Dr. Goldman is active in the American Dental Association, New Jersey Dental Association, Essex County Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology,  New Jersey Society of Periodontists, Newark Dental Club and the Garden State Society of Periodontics and Implantology. Dr. Goldman is the Chairman of the Department of Periodontics at Newark Beth Israel Hospital in Newark, NJ where he oversees the periodontal training of the General Practice Residents.  He has published articles in the Journal of the American Academy of Periodontics and Journal of the New Jersey Dental Association.  He lectures nationally

Requirements to attend a live webinar:

•  You will need a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer to view it. If using a smartphone or tablet, it is best to have the app for the program on your device (i.e.  Zoom).
•  To verify your continued attendance during the class, you will need a microphone,or the ability to type into the program’s live chat.
• A webcam so the teacher can see you
•   Instructors or school personnel will take attendance periodically throughout the class.
•   Instructors may call on participants.
•  To verify attendance, a code word may be given sometime during the class.
• You will be required to complete and return an evaluation after the course has ended. The evaluation may ask what code word was given.
•  You may not receive your Certificate of Completion if we cannot verify your attendance.

Certificates of Completion are emailed to students approximately 5 business days after the course.

This program is for the full dental staff – no prior skills are needed to attend.

The teaching method will be in a lecture format with a Q & A period.

DSI Staff or administration do not have any commercial interest or relationship to the speaker.

The content and format of the Continuing Education course is presented without commercial bias and does not claim superiority of any commercial product or service.  No DSI Staff have any financial relationship with the speaker or company.