Substance Use Disorder: Preparation for the Dental Team
Explore the early signs and risk factors associated with substance misuse, as well as strategies for effective screening in diverse populations.
Course Overview
Millions of Americans are living with substance use disorder (SUD), and dental teams need to be prepared for emergency situations. This webinar examines factors that predispose individuals to substance use disorder, early signs and risk factors, and strategies for effective screening in diverse populations.
Become equipped with essential tools and resources to effectively manage emergency situations and behavior crises in the dental setting, including evidence-based interventions, de-escalation techniques, and collaborative care models.
Course Credentials
Course Compatibility
Desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone
AGD Code
157
At the end of this webinar course, you will be able to:
- Summarize the factors associated with substance use disorder (SUD).
- Discuss changes that can be implemented to ensure a proactive approach to management of substance use disorder in the dental setting.
- Identify tools and resources to assist with emergency situations, behavioral management, and de-escalation in the dental setting.
Subject Matter Experts
Sarah Stream is a dental infection control specialist and educator who has dedicated her career to promoting compliance in the dental setting. She continues to work with facilities nationwide to identify and mitigate infection control, HIPAA, and training gaps to keep employees and patients safe. Ms. Stream has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
The DALE Foundation is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education, ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at ada.org/cerp.