Why Perio Is Important
About this course
Periodontal disease is one of the most common chronic conditions in American adults, yet a large share of it goes undiagnosed or untreated. This Hygiene Excellence course starts with the national numbers, looks at who is missing out on care and why, and introduces three practice metrics that show whether perio is being found and treated. It closes with the current science on how gum inflammation connects to conditions elsewhere in the body, so you can explain to patients and teammates why consistent perio protocols are worth the chair time.
What you'll learn
- Read U.S. prevalence data and spot where diagnosis and treatment fall short
- Explain the biological links between periodontal disease and systemic health
- Use three key metrics to see how well a practice finds and treats perio
- Make the case for consistent, evidence-based perio protocols in any office
This course and 180+ CE courses on Spear's
platform, with your hours and certificates stored in one account.
- Watch every lesson in this course
- Live webinars and compliance training
- Badges for every program you complete
$250/year, or $25/month with an annual commitment
CE requirements vary by state. Check with your State Board of Dentistry for which courses count toward renewal.