(5520) Lunch Symposium: The Caries Conundrum: Managing Fluoride Misconceptions

Thursday, October 23, 2025

11:30 AM - 1:15 PM ET

Location: 207A

CE: 0

Sponsored By:

Fee: Included with SmilePass

Speaker(s)

Amr M. Moursi, DDS, PhD

Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at the New York University College of Dentistry and on the Medical Staff at the New York University Langone Medical Center and the Bellevue Hospital Center in New York
Donald L. Chi, DDS, PhD

Professor, Associate Dean for Research Lloyd and Kay Chapman Endowed Chair for Oral Health School of Dentistry, Univ. of Washington
Maria Ryan, DDS, PhD

Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer
Colgate-Palmolive Company

Enjoy a FREE lunch and hear from Colgate KOLS on Managing Fluoride Misconceptions, a not to miss event!

Dental caries is the most prevalent health condition worldwide. In the US it remains widespread in both children and adults, impacting 46% children (2-19 years) and nearly 90% of adults (20 to 64 years). This symposium aims to 1- address the multifaceted aspects of dental caries, including its prevalence, and risk factors, 2- highlight the importance of high-dose fluoride applications in pediatric dentistry, given the vulnerability of children to caries and the long-term benefits of prevention, 3- discuss management of fluoride hesitancy among patients and caregivers and methods to address common concerns and misconceptions, and 4- explore the latest evidence-based anti-caries solutions emphasizing their integration into routine practice to enhance preventive care. The symposium is designed to provide an update on best practices and future trends in caries prevention and management, and to equip dental professionals with practical skills to effectively drive progress in oral healthcare in their practice and communities.

Seats are limited to 150 so register before heading to SmileCon. Walk-ups are welcome once on site if still have seats available.