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Substance Abuse and Mental Health for Dentistry
This course equips dental professionals with the knowledge and skills to address the intersection of substance use disorders and mental health issues in dental practice. Participants will explore the impact of substance abuse on oral health, recognize signs of mental health challenges in patients, and learn effective strategies for communication, intervention, and referral.
This course will award 2 continuing education hours.
Please see the board approval box for course approvals.Course Objectives
- Identify the oral health effects of substance abuse and their implications for dental care.
- Recognize signs of mental health challenges in patients and understand their impact on treatment planning.
- Develop effective communication strategies for addressing sensitive topics with patients.
- Learn referral pathways and multidisciplinary approaches to support patients with substance use and mental health issues.
Board Approvals
National Approvals
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Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) (PACE)Bayside Continuing Education and Development (Nationally or Locally) Approved by PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 10/01/2024 - 09/30/2026 Provider ID# 430829
State Approvals
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Florida Board of DentistryProvider number 50-204-3 -
Florida Board of Dentistry-Dental LaboratoryProvider number 50-204
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Georgia Board of DentistryCE Provider approved by the American Dental Association and/or the National Dental Association and/or their constituent and component/branch associations
Information
- Content Level: Intermediate
- Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
- System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
- Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course. They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials. The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email [email protected].
- CEBroker Course ID: 1271385
- Credit Hours: 2
