Florida Dental Convention

FDC2023 Session Directory

Au Naturale: Oral Health and Homeopathic Trends

Course Code: C44
Speaker: Ms. Lancette VanGuilder, RDH
CE Hours: 4.00
Start: Friday, June 30, 2023, 1:00 PM
End: Friday, June 30, 2023, 5:00 PM
Track: HYGIENE, SPECIAL INTEREST
Audience: Dentists, Assistants, Hygienists, Dental Student

REGISTRATION CATEGORY 

 EARLY 4/14

 REGULAR 

 ONSITE 6/16 

DENTIST - FDA/ADA MEMBER

$79

$89

$99

NON-MEMBER DENTIST

$89

$99

$109

TEAM MEMBER

$59

$69

$79

DENTAL STUDENT/GUEST

$59

$69

$79


Description:

Holistic and alternative medicine trends are on the rise. More and more people are seeking out natural ways to feel better, improve their health and minimize the need for harmful chemicals and invasive procedures. The dental team has the opportunity to serve as a valuable resource for optimal oral and overall health. This lecture will provide background on natural healing practices as well as an overview of current oral and homeopathic trends and alternative medicine culture.

Learning objectives:

Participants will be able to:

  • understand cultural diversity and the role it plays in the dental setting
  • discuss research and literature regarding alternative medicine trends
  • manage discussions around current oral health and homeopathic trends
  • discuss oral health considerations for homeopathic populations
  • review current professional recommendations


Speaker: Ms. Lancette VanGuilder, RDH

About the speaker: Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene, University of South Dakota; registered dental hygienist; previously named Nevada Dental Hygienist of the Year.

Disclosure: Neither I nor members of my immediate family have any financial relationships with commercial entities that may be relevant to this presentation.







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