Learning Objectives: 

• Understand the Basics of Probiotics: Explore the fundamental concepts of probiotics, including their classification, types, and mechanisms of action, to develop a solid foundation for their application in oral health.
• Examine the Oral Microbiome and Imbalance: Investigate the intricate relationship between the oral microbiome and overall health, and identify the consequences of microbial imbalances in relation to oral diseases.
• Evaluate the Impact of Oral Probiotics: Analyze current research and clinical studies to assess the effects of specific probiotic strains on oral health, such as their potential to prevent and manage conditions like periodontal disease and bad breath.
• Explore Systemic Probiotics and Their Oral Benefits: Discover how systemic probiotics can contribute to improved oral health outcomes by influencing the immune system, inflammation, and gut-brain axis, and learn to communicate these benefits effectively to patients.
• Integrate Probiotics into Dental Hygiene Practices: Develop practical strategies for incorporating oral probiotics into patient education, treatment plans, and preventive care routines, considering factors like patient preferences and product selection.
• Ethical and Evidence-Based Considerations: Explore ethical considerations surrounding probiotic recommendations and learn to critically assess scientific literature to make evidence-based decisions when advising patients on probiotic use.

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of probiotics and their integration into elevated periodontal therapies. This course empowers dental hygienists with a practical blueprint for crafting comprehensive treatment plans that incorporate probiotics among other therapies that have become standard of care in our industry like laser therapy, ultrasonic therapy, medicinal interventions, bacterial testing and so forth. Explore probiotics' impact on oral health and their potential to prevent oral diseases. Learn about specific strains' effects, enhancing patient engagement. Integrate probiotics seamlessly into treatment plans, from scaling to advanced technologies. Ethical considerations and evidence-based decision-making are highlighted. Elevate your expertise and guide patients towards healthier smiles through the fusion of probiotics and advanced dental techniques. Register today to revolutionize patient outcomes and elevate your practice. This lecture will include an advanced approach to periodontal therapy which is intended to be comprehensive and involves a robust offering of therapy options in a structured, checklist approach.