I-08 A Dental Guide for Patients Using Cannabis
CE Hours: 1.25
Description: This course is an unbiased and evidence-based presentation of marijuana and its role in dentistry. I will present an introduction to the history of marijuana and trends pertaining to its use. Next, I will provide a basic science review regarding the Cannabis plant, the drug marijuana, and the Endocannabinoid System. I will review how marijuana use affects oral and general health. Finally, I will address areas of possible dental research related to cannabinoids.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the Endocannabinoid System, what cannabinoids are, and how marijuana is connected.
- Define how marijuana affects oral and general health - specifically detailing oral pathology, dental caries, and periodontal disease
- Describe how to communicate with patients regularly using marijuana
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LockedBarry Taylor, D.MD
Dr. Barry Taylor is the Executive Director of the Oregon Dental Association and is a volunteer Clinical Assistant Professor at the Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry. Prior to attending the OHSU School of Dentistry, he worked as a research assistant for two year in the field of Neuropsychopharmacology at the U.S. Veteran's Hospital in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Taylor served as ODA's Editor for nine years and served as the President. He was a member of the ADA's Council on Communications. Dr. Taylor has been awarded the “Dentist of the Year†from the Oregon AGD as well as Alumni of the Year from the OHSU School of Dentistry.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose