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Dentist

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(5111) The Practice Side of Fluoride– Patient Education and Addressing Misinformation

Thursday, October 23, 2025
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM ET
CE: 1.5
Disclosure(s):
Jessica Robertson, DMD: No financial relationships to disclose
Kerin L. Burdette, DDS, MPH, FAAPD, FPFA, FICD, FACD: No financial relationships to disclose
Effectively communicating the benefits of fluoride and addressing misinformation is essential for healthcare professionals and public health advocates. This course focuses on practical strategies for educating your patients about fluoride, offering clear and relatable explanations of its benefits. You will also learn grassroots approaches to engage with fluoridation skeptics and develop techniques to navigate misinformation with confidence and credibility. You will be equipped to foster informed discussions and promote evidence-based decision-making with fluoride-containing products.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn strategies to share positive aspects of fluoridation in practical terms
  • Understand the principles of addressing patient misinformation
  • Learn “grassroots” responses for fluoridation skeptics