• Describe the unique features of a Biofilm, specifically characteristics that distinguish biofilms from planktonic bacteria (single-cell)
• Understand the etiology of oral inflammatory disease and caries  
• Comprehend the effects of localized oral inflammation on systemic health 
• Assess the efficacy of different treatment methodologies in treating oral biofilm based disease  
• Apply evidence-based care to your hygiene practice
• Effectively Implement Staging and Grading into your casework

Join us to learn more about a cutting edge treatment methodology which focuses on the removal of Oral Biofilm, the main etiologic factor of oral disease. Guided Biofilm Therapy is a state-of-the art technique backed by scientific research and is in line with evidence based care. This Seminar will not only provide an overview of this new technique, it will also impart a thorough understanding of the etiology of oral inflammatory disease and caries. Regardless of if you choose to incorporate Guided Biofilm Therapy into your practice, an understanding of the unique characteristics of oral disease causing agents as well as their systemic links will elevate your dental hygiene practice.