Lecture Synopsis - Live Presentation:

Xerostomia or dryness of the oral cavity is now affecting 1 out of every 4 adults and has become one of the most common oral health pathologies. Advances in medicine prolonging lifespan, over 1100 drugs that are classified xerogenic, the growing use of CPAP machines, the rapid rise in diabetes, and HPV-driven head and neck cancers are among the contributing factors. The lack of saliva puts today’s patient in an extremely vulnerable state, significantly compromising their oral health, comfort, and overall well-being.. Efficient chairside assessment and treatment are imperative. We will explore the many diverse and competitively differentiated dry mouth solutions available to today’s patient. Be armed with transformative solutions to combat the silent struggle of xerostomia for so many of your patients.

Learning Outcomes:

• To understand the prevalence and etiology of xerostomia related to today’s population
• To incorporate evaluative salivary assessment into clinical practice.
• To effectively treat the xerostomic patient with innovative strategies to employ chairside and at home.

About the Presenter:

A respected thought leader and international, award-winning speaker, Jo-Anne Jones has done over 1,000 presentations worldwide. Jo-Anne brings life, energy, and inspiration to all her presentations, whether they be live or virtual, which has made her a sought-after lecturer in the dental community. Jo-Anne is a past honoree of DPR's Top 25 Women in Dentistry and joins the 2025 Dentistry Today CE Leaders for the 15th consecutive year. A 2021 Fellowship Award with the International Academy for Dental Facial Esthetics was presented to Jo-Anne for her contributions to the field of dentistry. Jo-Anne was instrumental in launching the international 'Check Your Mouth' campaign promoting oral self-examination between professional visits. Jo-Anne is a Key Opinion Leader for several leading corporations within the dental community. Her work focuses on urgent issues within the dental field, such as oral and oropharyngeal cancer screening and HPV awareness, highlighting the latest research and practical applications for dental professionals. A frank and open lecture style and a focus on direct knowledge translation have earned Jo-Anne many loyal followers both nationally and internationally.

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