Pharmacy Continuing Education Information The University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education "What’s New in Dental Pharmacotherapy", (ACPE #044-999-08-023-L01) has been assigned 3.0 contact hour or 0.30 ceus.
Pharmacists must complete and sign an attendance verification and evaluation form. Continuing education statements of credit will be mailed within 4-6 Weeks after the program.
Nov 21...Dental Pharmacotherapy Update
Drug therapy is a constantly changing environment in the medical field. In this era of evidence-based dentistry, clinician input along with current research helps to ensure successful patient outcomes.
This course will provide updates in the areas of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory agents and analgesics for medications commonly prescribed by dental professionals. Information presented will address patient-specific indications and participants are encouraged to share their expertise.
Current drug information resources will be discussed and handouts provided.
After attending the course, you should be able to:
Discuss the current recommendations for antibiotic pre-medication of patients
Recommend effective antibiotics for a variety of scenarios
Discuss treatment options for different types of inflammatory conditions
Choose analgesic therapy in consideration of risks and benefits
List drug references used in dental practice and identify their strengths and weaknesses
UB Dental School Course Faculty:
William B. Vincent, RPh, MS Ed; Multimedia Specialist, Office of Academic Affairs, UB School of Dental Medicine
Intended Audience General practitioners, specialists, hygienists, dental assistants and front office staff can all benefit from this program.
Course Details... Friday, Nov 21, 2008 9:00am-Noon 3 CE hrs ADA/CERP Continental breakfast 8:30am ...UB Dental School, Buffalo NY
Dentist/Pharmacist $95 Dental Team Member $45 (non-doctor)
