"America's Sweet Tooth" and "Invisible Pain"

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America’s Sweet Tooth Obsession & Its Impact on Oral & Systemic Health

• Slashing sugar is imperative to your health – Discover why
• The art of becoming a label detective
• Pros and cons of sugar alternatives
• Preventing caries & remineralizing tooth structure“INVISIBLE PAIN...Realities within the World of Autoimmune Diseases”Looking good on the outside can be deceptive when living with chronic pain on the inside. Within the world of autoimmune diseases, our patients may present with varying degrees of pain, fatigue, and altered lifestyles as a result. Increased risk of periodontal diseases and dental caries are common hallmarks of many autoimmune conditions fueled by chronic inflammation, a suppressed immune response, and behavioral challenges. Explore risk factors for autoimmune diseases and methods to reduce oral complications.

INVISIBLE PAIN...Realities within the World of Autoimmune Diseases

Looking good on the outside can be deceptive when living with chronic pain on the inside. Within the world of autoimmune diseases, our patients may present with varying degrees of pain, fatigue, and altered lifestyles as a result. Increased risk of periodontal diseases and dental caries are common hallmarks of many autoimmune conditions fueled by chronic inflammation, a suppressed immune response, and behavioral challenges. Explore risk factors for autoimmune diseases and methods to reduce oral complications.

Karen Davis, RDH, BSDH

International Speaker Karen Davis, RDH, BSDH, is founder of Cutting Edge Concepts®. With insightful humor and how-to information, she delivers the timely and effective messages dental industry members need to succeed in today’s world. Karen is also a practicing dental hygienist in Dallas, Texas. Karen received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Midwestern State University. She has served on numerous advisory boards in the profession and is considered a Key Opinion Leader to several corporations. Dentistry Today has recognized Karen as a“Top Clinician in Continuing Education” annually since 2006. She is an accomplished author and continues to share her passion for practicing on the cutting edge of the profession. Karen is an independent consultant to the Philips Corporation, OraPharma, Inc, and is affiliated with PerioSciences, Inc.