The purpose of this course is to provide dental professionals with a review of several viral organisms and the effect they have directly and indirectly upon dental treatment, oral health, and systemic health. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented.

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

1. Describe the lifecycle of viruses.
2. Identify hepatitis viral infections and their effects on oral health.
3. Differentiate various opportunistic viral infections in patients with HIV/AIDS, particularly those related to herpes viruses.
4. Outline characteristics of oral human papillomavirus infection.
5. Compare oral signs of measles and mumps.
6. Discuss the impact of the coxsackievirus on oral and systemic health.

This 5-hour continuing education course is available for download for professional development; if continuing education credit is desired, please see instructions included in eBook.