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Dentistry is a wonderful component to include as part of a medical mission team, especially in light of the prevalence of dental decay and periodontal disease in developing countries. However, providing excellent dental care internationally is a more complicated process than other forms of primary care. Substantial equipment, supplies and instruments are required, and because of the invasive nature of treatment, sterilization protocols must be stringent and followed carefully to prevent cross-contamination. How can a GHO team adequately address the unique needs of their dental component in a way that will best meet the needs of both the patients and their caregivers? This presentation will include a panel of dentists who will share their experiences on the dental mission field, along with significant time for questions from GHO team leaders.

List of Learning Objectives:

• Describe the pre-trip preparation that must occur with regard to dental treatment.
• Identify the need for meticulous sterilization processes during treatment.
• Discuss how to maximize the efficiency of the dental team so they can treat as many patients as possible.
• Identify the best approaches to patient management, especially when those desiring treatment are more numerous than can be treated by the available personnel.

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Accreditation: Christian Medical & Dental Associations is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physician Credit
The Christian Medical & Dental Associations designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurse Practitioner
The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME. Individuals are responsible for checking with the AANPCP for further guidelines.
NPs may receive up to 1 credits for completing this activity.

Physician Assistant
AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. by an organization accredited by the ACCME or a recognized state medical society. PAs may receive up to 1 credits for completing this activity.

Dental Credit CDE - Subject Code: 558 Diversity Inclusion/Cultural Competence
Christian Medical & Dental Associations is a Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
1/1/2023 to 12/31/2026
Provider ID# 218742
1 Lecture Hour(s) Available.

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Disclosures
Disclosures for all those in control of the content of this activity. The names of the ineligible companies (within the last 24 months) and the nature of the financial relationship(s). There is no minimum financial threshold. Disclosure of all financial relationships with ineligible companies regardless of the potential relevance of each relationship to the education.