Nutrition's Role in Oral Health
An elective, patient-education-focused course covering how diet drives decay and erosion, which nutrients and foods support oral health, and how to counsel patients briefly and effectively chairside.
How sugar becomes a cavity, and why
frequency matters more than amount
Cariogenic foods versus protective,
saliva-stimulating foods
Dietary acids, enamel erosion, and
practical protection tips
Key nutrients for tooth development and
periodontal health
Nutrition considerations across the
lifespan — infants through older adults
How to have a brief, effective dietary
conversation chairside, and when to refer out
Exam : 20 multiple-choice questions covering all course sections
Passing score: 75% (15 of 20) — retakes recommended if not passed on first attempt