Package Description

Antibiotic resistance is a major public health threat, with “superbug” infections occurring in 2.8 people in the US each year. Antibiotic misuse and overuse are the primary reasons for the development of antibiotic resistance and adverse reactions—most notably life-threatening Clostridioides difficile infection (C. Diff). The risk/benefit of prescribing antibiotics must always be considered before prescribing any antibiotic. Antibiotic stewardship is the effort to measure and improve how antibiotics are prescribed by clinicians and used by patients. In this presentation, attendees will learn the four core elements of an antibiotic stewardship program including making a commitment, taking action for policy and practices, tracking and reporting, and educational initiatives for dental team members. Attendees will be provided with numerous clinical tips, tools, and resources to promote antibiotic stewardship in their own dental practice.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. Review the risks of antibiotic use including antibiotic resistance and Clostridiodes difficile infection
2. Identify the four core elements of an antibiotic stewardship program
3. Discuss challenges and barriers in promoting antibiotic stewardship in the dental profession
4. Provide approaches and tools to implement an antibiotic stewardship program in YOUR dental facility

Price:

• Members: $15
• Non-members: $30

Continuing Education

OSAP is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

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Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at ADA.org/CERP.

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All participants assume individual responsibility for providing evidence of contact hours of continuing education to the appropriate authorities and for the maintenance of their individual records.

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CE Credits: 1.0
Educational Method: Lecture, Recorded, Self-instructional (self-study)
Location: Online
Publication Date: June 2023
Expiration Date: June 30, 2026

Speakers:

Erinne Kennedy, DMD, MPH, MMSc

Erinne Kennedy, DMD, MPH, MMSc graduated from Nova Southeastern College of Dental Medicine in 2015. She completed a 1-year GPR residency at a VA Hospital in 2016, a Dental Public Health residency in 2018, and a MMSc in Dental Education at Harvard School of Dental Medicine in 2019. She serves as the Assistant Dean for Curriculum and Integrated Learning at Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine in Joplin, MO.

Disclosure: No relevant financial relationships to disclose