DHYG3340 : Substance Abuse and Oral Health

This course will provide students with the ability to recognize that substance abuse and drug addiction are serious health issues and the student will begin to understand their role in early intervention and prevention strategies. Students will review the various signs, symptoms and aspects that substance use disorders can have on patients. Students will understand how to make distinctions, begin safe dialogues, document patient comments and oral findings, and provide resources and follow-up support to patients with substance use disorders.