CONTINUING EDUCATION
CDHA CE COURSE
When: Thursday June 26, 2025
Where: Room 267 Walters Hall at UC Blue Ash, 9555 Plainfield Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45236
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm with Installation of New Officers to follow
Course Title: The Power of Antimicrobials: Silver Diamine Fluoride, Fluoride and Povidone Iodine
Speaker: Kelly Simmons
2 CE Credits
Cost: Early Bird Rate $5 for Members and $20 for Non-Members. Free for Dental Hygiene Students. Early Bird Rate Ends Thursday June 5th. Regular Rate is $10 for Members and $30 for Non-Members
Registration: forms.gle/sSdHB9aZhYygLcxh7
Course Description:
Dental caries, the most prevalent noncommunicable disease globally, often requires a combination of dietary counseling, oral hygiene practices, and fluoride treatments for prevention. However, these traditional interventions do not specifically target Streptococcus mutans, the primary pathogen responsible for caries development.
This course is designed for dental professionals interested in the clinical applications of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF), Fluoride and Povidone Iodine (PVP-I) in caries management. The first part of the course focuses on Silver Diamine Fluoride and Fluoride covering its use in preventing caries.
The second part of the course introduces Povidone Iodine, a versatile antiseptic with proven benefits. It explores how PVP-I can reduce bacterial adhesion in high-risk pediatric populations. We will complete the course with a hands-on workshop.
Finally, we will explore the science behind Papacarie Duo a product that is new to the United States. We will take time to read through studies to become experts on this new minimally invasive technology.
Course Objectives:
Part 1: Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
Where: Room 267 Walters Hall at UC Blue Ash, 9555 Plainfield Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45236
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm with Installation of New Officers to follow
Course Title: The Power of Antimicrobials: Silver Diamine Fluoride, Fluoride and Povidone Iodine
Speaker: Kelly Simmons
2 CE Credits
Cost: Early Bird Rate $5 for Members and $20 for Non-Members. Free for Dental Hygiene Students. Early Bird Rate Ends Thursday June 5th. Regular Rate is $10 for Members and $30 for Non-Members
Registration: forms.gle/sSdHB9aZhYygLcxh7
Course Description:
Dental caries, the most prevalent noncommunicable disease globally, often requires a combination of dietary counseling, oral hygiene practices, and fluoride treatments for prevention. However, these traditional interventions do not specifically target Streptococcus mutans, the primary pathogen responsible for caries development.
This course is designed for dental professionals interested in the clinical applications of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF), Fluoride and Povidone Iodine (PVP-I) in caries management. The first part of the course focuses on Silver Diamine Fluoride and Fluoride covering its use in preventing caries.
The second part of the course introduces Povidone Iodine, a versatile antiseptic with proven benefits. It explores how PVP-I can reduce bacterial adhesion in high-risk pediatric populations. We will complete the course with a hands-on workshop.
Finally, we will explore the science behind Papacarie Duo a product that is new to the United States. We will take time to read through studies to become experts on this new minimally invasive technology.
Course Objectives:
Part 1: Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
- Understand the patient-level and tooth-level indications for the use of SDF and Fluoride.
- Master proper isolation and application techniques for SDF placement.
- Understand the reapplication protocol for SDF treatment and Fluoride
- Gain an understanding of the biological mechanisms behind Silver Diamine Fluoride and Fluoride.
- Examine the safety profile of Povidone Iodine in dental applications.
- Understand how Povidone Iodine can be utilized as part of a prevention strategy.
- Analyze and debunk common myths surrounding the use of Povidone Iodine in dental care.
- Learn the recommended clinical protocol for using Povidone Iodine.
Speaker Biography
Kelly Simmons is a dedicated dental professional with over 20 years of experience in oral health care. After earning her bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton, Kelly began her career as a dental assistant. She went on to become a registered dental hygienist and has spent the past 11 years as a Preventive Care Consultant with Elevate Oral Care.
Throughout her career, Kelly has certified nearly 2,000 dental hygienists, expanded function dental assistants, and dentists across Ohio, on silver diamine fluoride making a significant impact on the state’s dental community. Her expertise in preventive dentistry is rooted in years of hands-on experience in clinical practice, complemented by extensive training and coursework.
Kelly has shared her insights at key events such as the Ohio Dental Hygiene Annual Conference, the Toledo Dental Society Annual Spring Clinic, and numerous local study clubs and universities. She is passionate about empowering dental professionals to enhance patient care through effective preventive strategies.
With a strong commitment to advancing oral health, Kelly is driven by her mission to educate and inspire others in the dental field to prioritize preventive care for the benefit of their patients’ long-term health.
Kelly Simmons is a dedicated dental professional with over 20 years of experience in oral health care. After earning her bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton, Kelly began her career as a dental assistant. She went on to become a registered dental hygienist and has spent the past 11 years as a Preventive Care Consultant with Elevate Oral Care.
Throughout her career, Kelly has certified nearly 2,000 dental hygienists, expanded function dental assistants, and dentists across Ohio, on silver diamine fluoride making a significant impact on the state’s dental community. Her expertise in preventive dentistry is rooted in years of hands-on experience in clinical practice, complemented by extensive training and coursework.
Kelly has shared her insights at key events such as the Ohio Dental Hygiene Annual Conference, the Toledo Dental Society Annual Spring Clinic, and numerous local study clubs and universities. She is passionate about empowering dental professionals to enhance patient care through effective preventive strategies.
With a strong commitment to advancing oral health, Kelly is driven by her mission to educate and inspire others in the dental field to prioritize preventive care for the benefit of their patients’ long-term health.
