NOTE: This was a livestreamed session from ADHA's Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA sponsored by Kenvue/LISTERINE.

Speakers: Kim Milleman, RDH, PHD & Kumar C. Shah

Program Track: Clinical

Course Description: The burden of oral disease poses a global public health challenge. In this dynamic experts led session, we will explore case presentations to identify patients at-risk of gingivitis and dive deep into the science behind mouthrinses within a complete oral care regimen. Attendees will gain clinically and practically relevant evidence based insights to help dispel common misconceptions and confidently engage in preventive care education to drive enhanced patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the disheartening global burden of oral disease, further underscoring the importance of prevention. Explore leading dental health organizations' recommendations and guidelines for personalized preventive care approaches.
• Engage in interactive case presentations to identify patients at-risk for gingivitis and explore practical, preventive strategies for effective at-home oral care.
• Dive into recent evidence of at home oral care regimens including how mouthrinse when combined with mechanical measures, such as brushing and flossing, can meaningfully reduce plaque and control gingivitis outcomes.
• Uncover common misconceptions and explore through conversation the importance of practicing evidence based dentistry when confounded with new information.

CE Credit Hours: 1.5

Course Creation Date: October 4, 2025

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The American Dental Hygienists’ Association is an approved provider of dental continuing education as recognized by the Dental Board of California, Provider #5238.