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A review of strengths and gaps in Geriatric Oral Health and Research Curricula

142nd APHA Annual Meeting and Exposition (November 15 - November 19, 2014): http://www.apha.org/events-and-meetings/annual
Tuesday, November 18, 2014 : 3:50 PM - 4:10 PM

David Leader, DMD, MPH , Department of Diagnosis and Health Promotion, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA
Audio (mp3) recording Recorded Presentation (mp4)
This presentation will identify strengths and gaps in geriatric oral health clinical and community education and research. The experience of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine will be highlighted.

Learning Areas:

Advocacy for health and health education
Diversity and culture
Implementation of health education strategies, interventions and programs
Public health or related education
Public health or related research
Social and behavioral sciences

Learning Objectives:
Identify strengths and gaps in geriatric oral health and research curricula. Discuss didactic and clinical education of dental students with respect to geriatric oral health at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. List recommendations for improving education and research in geriatric oral health.

Keyword(s): Oral Health, Vulnerable Populations

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Qualified on the content I am responsible for because: I have 13 years experience teaching at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and nearly 30 years practical experience in dentistry. I oversee the treatment of patients by dental students in our Pre-doctoral clinic and a student run free clinic. I am the adviser for our DMD/MPH dual degree program. I am a member of the medical advisory board of the Scleroderma Foundation. I am an evidence based reviewer for the American Dental Association.
Any relevant financial relationships? No

I agree to comply with the American Public Health Association Conflict of Interest and Commercial Support Guidelines, and to disclose to the participants any off-label or experimental uses of a commercial product or service discussed in my presentation.

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