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FREE — Live CE Class
6:00-8:00 PM CST
Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Every Pill You Take…I’ll Be Watching You:

Successfully Interpreting Implications of Commonly Prescribed Drug Classes 

Program Overview

With medically complex patients becoming a routine part of dental practice, understanding and interpreting extensive medication histories is more important than ever. This course equips dental professionals with the skills needed to analyze complex drug regimens, identify potential oral and systemic implications, and recognize red flags that may affect dental care.
 
From cardiovascular and psychiatric medications to immunosuppressants and polypharmacy in older adults, attendees will learn how to assess risk, tailor treatment plans, and improve safety through effective communication and documentation.
Credit: 2
AGD Code: 010
Length: 2 hrs
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CE CLASS REGISTRATION

Every Pill You Take…I’ll Be Watching You

Complete the form to register.

We will always keep your information safe. This is a live event via computer, tablet or mobile device. You must have a viable internet connection in order to join. After you register, you will receive a link to access the live course.

 

Your Presenter
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Dr. Tom Viola
About Your Presenter

With over 30 years of experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker and published author, Tom Viola has earned his international reputation as the go-to specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for all members of the dental team. As the founder of Pharmacology Declassified, Tom’s mission is to provide clinicians valuable insight into the dental considerations of general medicine as well as the medical considerations of general dentistry.

As an award-winning educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of 15 dental professional degree programs. As a widely-published author, Tom is well known for his contributions to several professional journals and pharmacology textbooks and currently serves as a consultant to the ADA’s Council on Scientific Affairs. As an award-winning speaker, Tom has been recognized by many organizations and associations as one of the most sought-after lecturers in dentistry and has presented over 1000 informative and engaging continuing education seminars and webinars to dental professionals since 2001.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Understand the pharmacology and mechanism of action of opioid and non-opioid analgesics, as well as their misuse.
  • Identify the intended roles of these analgesics in the treatment of acute dental pain, as well as situations which may preclude their use.
  • Discuss best practices for prescribing opioid analgesics as part of an individualized patient pain management plan.
  • Describe techniques useful in recognizing and identifying potential addiction as well as avoiding potential drug diversion.

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AGD PACE PROVIDER

YOUNG INNOVATIONS INC. is designated as an approved PACE program provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for fellowship, mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement.

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