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Event Type: Webinar
01
Sep
2020
Dental Oncology: Your Role in Caring for the Oncology Patient
1.5 CE
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Dental Oncology: Your Role in Caring for the Oncology Patient
In this on-demand webinar, learn how cancer and its treatments impact dental care. Gain insights into the unique challenges faced before, during, and after cancer therapy, and understand five common side effects that directly affect oral health. Strengthen your role as a dental provider in supporting oncology patients through every stage of their treatment journey.
Learning Objectives
According to WHO, Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally, accounting for an estimated 9.6 million deaths, or one in six deaths, in 2018. Lung, prostate, colorectal, stomach and liver cancer are the most common types of cancer in men, while breast, colorectal, lung, cervical and thyroid cancer are the most common among women. Dental professionals play a significant role for their patients that are undergoing oncology treatment. We will discuss the challenges dental professionals face when confronted with oncology patients.
Training Details
Lecturers
Dr. Kyle Ash
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academy[at]curaden.ch
Meet our Speaker
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Dr. Kyle AshDr. Kyle Ash was founder of South Texas Dental Oncology, clinic specialized in the treatment of head and neck cancer patients. He integrated dentistry with medicine, served on a multidisciplinary tumour board, lectured worldwide and lead the International Society for Preventive Dentistry and Medicin