Tom Viola, RPh, CCP is a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, author, and internationally recognized speaker with more than 30 years of experience specializing in pharmacology for dental professionals. As the founder of Pharmacology Declassified, he is known for translating complex pharmacology concepts into practical, clinically relevant information for the entire dental team. Tom serves on the faculty of more than 10 dental professional degree programs and has received multiple awards for excellence in teaching. He is a contributor, chapter author, and peer reviewer for numerous pharmacology textbooks and professional journals and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs. Recognized by Dentistry Today as a leader in continuing dental education, Tom has presented more than 1,000 seminars and webinars internationally, focusing on the relationship between pharmacology, systemic health, and dentistry.
Pediatric patients are frequently prescribed medications that can significantly influence their oral health, behavior, and dental treatment planning. This course provides an in-depth review of the most commonly prescribed medications for children and their implications in dental care. Participants will learn how to recognize medication-related oral side effects, manage dental complications, and communicate effectively with caregivers and prescribing physicians to optimize treatment outcomes. Designed for both dentists and dental hygienists, this course emphasizes interprofessional collaboration and evidence based strategies tailored to pediatric patients.
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
Identify commonly prescribed pediatric medications across medical specialties.
Describe the oral and systemic side effects of these medications and how they influence dental treatment planning, preventive care, and behavioral management.