Oral Cancer & Prevention

Ashley Clark, DDS, FACD
Subject: 730 Oral Medicine, Oral Diagnosis, Oral Pathology  
Credits: 1.5
Thursday, April 28: 7:30–9 p.m. CST
Audience: Dentists 
Fee: Free

Description

Preventing squamous cell carcinoma should be a goal of all oral healthcare professionals. This course will provide general dentists with information regarding oral potentially malignant disease and oral cancer. Topics discussed in depth will include leukoplakia and squamous cell carcinoma, with a focus on oral cancer prevention.

Learning Objectives 

• Discuss potentially malignant disorders of the oral cavity, specifically leukoplakia. 
• Determine an appropriate treatment plan for patients with leukoplakia. 
• Discuss how to help prevent squamous cell carcinoma in your patient population.

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Speaker Bio 
 
Ashley Clark, DDS, FACD, FAAOMP Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, is a board-certified oral pathologist currently serving as associate professor, division chief and laboratory director at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. She has published over 40 papers and abstracts, authored the oral pathology sections of both “Dental Decks” and “Dental Hygiene Decks,” and is on the professional board for Digital Dental Notes and Oral Cancer Cause.