Rural Oral Health ECHO

Title: Population Health Management in Rural Oral Health

CEU: 1.0

​​Abstract: Population health management is a health care delivery approach involving patient stratification by clinical indicators to provide more personalized and integrated care. Subpopulations of patients can receive more specialized and personalized care based on clinical needs and outcomes thereby streamlining care delivery and payment models. To achieve effective population health management, data analysis across care team specialties should be used in concert to identify trends, anticipate needs, and implement responsive care on a population level. In rural oral health care settings, a regionalized approach can be helpful to advancing community-driven solutions that support population health management. In this session financial models, health messaging, and data trends will be presented for application in rural oral health. 

 Learning objectives:

1. Define population health management and its application in rural settings.
2. Explore the influences of data, clinical care, integration, and finance models within population health management for oral health.
3. Identify opportunities to apply population health management practices in rural settings.

Take the Competency Evaluation for the Rural Oral Health Certificate Program here.

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The American Institute of Dental Public Health is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. The ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP at www.ADA.org/CERP.

Title: Risk-Stratified Care for Dental Teams

CEU: 1.0

Abstract: This didactic portion of session will introduce the concept of risk-stratified care for dental teams, with a focus on population health management for rural populations. Participants will explore the multi-step process of risk stratification, discuss a pertinent case example, and learn about both the health and economic benefits of this strategy. The presenter will also review environmental opportunities and challenges for practicing risk-stratified care, to set the foundation for the case presentation discussion.

Learning objectives:

After the didactic session participants will be able to...

1. Define risk-stratified care.
2. Describe the opportunities and challenges for practicing risk-stratified care.
3. Apply the steps of risk-stratified care to their practice environment.

Take the Competency Evaluation for the Rural Oral Health Certificate Program here.

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Watch a recording of the session below - and access the session recommendations here:

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The American Institute of Dental Public Health is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. The ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP at www.ADA.org/CERP.

Title: Teleprevention & Teledentistry in Rural Oral Health

Nathan Suter, DDS is a teledentistry enthusiast, practice owner and Chief Innovation Officer at Enable Dental and practice owner of Green Leaf Dental Care. He is passionate about solving problems that can help create access to dental care. He began his career in public health developing programs that serve underserved communities. That experience has allowed him to see the gaps in our dental care delivery system. He is an advocate in disrupting the system by leveraging technology and bringing ideas that are outside the box and innovative. He was awarded 2019 Missouri Dentist of the year by the Missouri Dental Association and awarded ADA's 2020 Top 10 Dentist Under 10 Years in practice. Learn more about AIDPH's Rural Oral Health ECHO project.

CEU: 1.0

​​Abstract: Teledentistry and telehealth can be challenging in a rural environment. Rural populations often face significant challenges in accessing optimal oral health care, including insufficient broadband infrastructure and lack of rural care clinics. Teleprevention models when used in tandem with other asset-based rural care delivery models can extend opportunities to access dental care and improve the patient health experience. In this session, the presenter will share innovative teleprevention models for whole-person health care management, including oral health in rural settings. Participants will be invited to consider non-traditional approaches to implementing teleprevention and teledentistry in the rural oral health care environment. The presenter will explore the emerging dental delivery model of teledentistry. Dr. Suter will cover a variety of domains, such as definitions, terminology and legal and regulatory standards. In summary, this presentation will show how through the utilization of care coordination, and teledentistry methodology we have spearheaded an innovative approach to increase access to care to vulnerable populations.

Learning objectives: 

1. Assess barriers to accessing care within rural communities.
2. Identify teleprevention and teledentistry models of implementation within rural oral health care settings.
3. Explore opportunities to apply technology innovation within the rural health care environment.

CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE COMPETENCY EVALUATION FOR THIS MODULE OF THE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM.

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View the recording below and view the slides here.

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The American Institute of Dental Public Health is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. The ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP at www.ADA.org/CERP.

Title: Minimally Invasive Care

Non-Invasive Caries Management in Rural America: Brush-on Treatments and Behaviors to Change

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Jeremy Horst Keeper. DDS, PhD
Director, Clinical Innovation, CareQuest Institute for Oral Health

Jeremy Horst Keeper DDS, PhD is the director of clinical innovation at CareQuest Innovation Partners, an organization whose mission is to improve oral health for all by advancing innovation to transform access and outcomes for underserved populations across the U.S. As a practicing pediatric dentist, biochemist, and educator, Jeremy is known for investigating the strengths and limitations of Silver Fluoride therapy, helping to develop SMART fillings, and accelerating the adoption of maximally effective, minimally invasive caries management techniques. At CareQuest, Jeremy is driving the development of better treatments, preventives, and diagnostics to improve access to person-centered care, integrate oral health into overall health, and stop dental caries.

CEU: 1.0

​​Abstract: We now have a portfolio of treatments for dental caries that do not require needles or drills. The requirements for caries management have changed; only indirectly accessible cavitated caries lesions still require traditional approaches (cavitated class IIs). Caries lesions and the disease of caries itself are now be treated by hygienists, assistants, dental therapists, community health workers, and medical teams. Medicines for treating caries will be introduced, including SDF, Glass ionomer, and Curodont. This pharmacopeia will be discussed from the perspective of rural access amplified by provider-to-provider teledentistry, mobile/portable models, and empowering a more broad oral health workforce.

Learning objectives: 

1. Guide selection of medicines to treat caries such as SDF, Glass ionomer, and Curodont.
2. Lead a conversation with a patient / caregiver about treatment of tooth decay without needles or drills.
3. Identify when and where tooth preparation (drilling) can be reduced or eliminated.

CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE COMPETENCY EVALUATION FOR THIS MODULE OF THE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM.

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View the recording below and view the slides here.

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The American Institute of Dental Public Health is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. The ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP at www.ADA.org/CERP.

REGISTER FOR THE SESSION HERE

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Title: Honoring the Lived Experience of LGBTQ+ People in FQHCs

CEUS: 1.0

Abstract: Implementing a whole-person health perspective is integral to providing effective oral health care to LGBTQ+ people. The lived experience of historically excluded, marginalized, and minoritized communities often impacts their ability to engage in self-care, including their oral health. FQHCs play a major role in facilitating accessible and affordable health care to underserved communities, including LGBTQ+ people, and can take steps to maintaining inclusive spaces. During this session, participants will learn about best practices and promising approaches to oral health care from the perspective of Chase Brexton Health Care, a community health center providing integrated health care to LGBTQ+ people in the Baltimore area. An overview of The Center for LGBTQ Health Equity, a clinic dedicated to health care services, education, training, research, and advocacy that end health disparities within the LGBTQ+ community, will be provided. Tools and resources for oral health professionals will be shared.

Learning Objectives:

1. Evaluate the social influences of oral health related to the LGBTQ+ community.
2. Identify successful models of care and promising practices from an LGBTQ+ health center.
3. Analyze opportunities to apply inclusive and affirming practices in oral health care and whole-person health.

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The American Institute of Dental Public Health is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. The ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the ADA CERP at www.ADA.org/CERP.

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