Thirty-three million Americans are afflicted by Diabetes Mellitus, with 7.2 million cases undiagnosed. With the increasing diabetes epidemic, it is estimated that by the year 2050 one in three Americans will be diabetic in their lifetime. Diabetic patients are 2-3 times more likely to develop periodontal disease than non-diabetics. With 80% of diabetics residing in the middle and lower socioeconomic American society, dental clinicians have the ability to make a difference in the life of these individuals. In 2020 there have been new CDT codes implemented to aid dental care workers to identify and help manage the oral systemic link of diabetes. This CE webinar will help identify the types, causes and treatments to provide the best care possible.

During this CE webinar, we will
• Review the types and causes of Diabetes Mellitus
• Review of common medication used to treat diabetes and related conditions
• Introduce alternative glucose monitoring systems in diabetes care
• Get an introduction to new CDT code for HbA1c in-office testing
• Discuss implementing oral care routines for diabetic patients that may be instrumental for improved homecare   ( disclaimer, bio and commercial disclosure )