Speaker: Sarah Jackson, RDH, MS, FADHA

Program Track: Clinical

Course Description: iTOP: Individually Trained Oral Prophylaxis is an innovative, systematic approach to revolutionizing oral self-care through optimal biofilm management and individualized patient education. More than a theoretical framework, iTOP is a practical, hands-on methodology designed to support behavior change and the development of lifelong healthy habits. Today, iTOP serves as a global pillar of preventive oral healthcare, implemented in dental practices worldwide. In this webinar, participants will reignite their passion for prevention while gaining actionable, evidence-based tools and techniques to elevate patient self-care and improve both oral and overall health outcomes. Attendees will leave with enhanced patient education strategies, greater clinical confidence, and practical insights they can immediately apply to make a lasting impact on patient well-being.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe evidence-based solutions for biofilm-related oral diseases, including individually tailored mechanical biofilm control strategies.
• Implement patient-centered oral hygiene techniques that prioritize comfort, motivation, and effectiveness to enhance quality of care and strengthen patient–provider relationships.
• Apply effective educational strategies that empower patients, improve clinical outcomes, and increase patient–provider satisfaction.

CE Credit Hours: 1.5

Original Date of Session: March 25, 2026

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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.