Diabeters & Oral Health Link

The link between diabetes and oral health is clearer than ever. In fact, it is generally accepted that diabetes sufferers are prone to tooth decay, periodontal disease, xerostomia and salivary gland dysfunction and infection. However, more research exposing this link is required, and dental professionals need to learn how to properly educate their diabetic patients about their unique oral care needs.

Online Community Explores Link

Thankfully, the importance of the diabetes and oral health link is not going unnoticed. In fact, today marks the launch of the Joslin Professional Education Continuum(JPEC) Dental Care Center. The JPEC Dental Care Center in their own words is a “unique community of dentists, hygienists, and primary care providers who want to collaborate to improve their care of patients with diabetes using the expertise, tools, and resources of the Joslin Diabetes Center, the world leader in diabetes research, education, and care. JPEC offers the most up-to-date and clinically relevant educational resources for improved patient outcomes (jpec.joslin.org).”

JPEC Dental Care Center Highlights

Additionally, the JPEC Dental Care Center offers dental professionals the opportunity to:

• Earn continuing education credits (CDE, CE or CME)
• Participate in case discussions monitored by Joslin clinical experts
• Interact with colleagues: Exchange ideas and participate in patient case discussions with colleagues from around the country on the dedicated Dental Discussion Board, monitored by Joslin clinical experts.

The Dental Care Center will go live with “Diabetes, Oral Health, and Nutrition: Interrelationships, Innovations, and Interventions,” JPEC’s web-based educational program designed to help primary care providers and dentists understand the connection between periodontal disease and diabetes and develop practical screening strategies for their practices.

If you would like more information or would like to register with the JPEC Dental Care Center, please visit the official JPEC website.

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