With over 30 years of experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker and published author, Tom Viola has earned his national and international reputation as the go-to specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for all members of the dental team. As the founder of Pharmacology Declassified, Tom provides valuable insight into the complex interplay between pharmacology and physiology so that clinicians may be knowledgeable about the dental considerations of general medicine and the medical considerations of general dentistry. As an educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of over 10 dental professional degree programs and has received several awards for outstanding teacher of the year. As an author, Tom is well known for his contributions to several professional journals and pharmacology textbooks and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs. As a speaker, Tom has been recognized by many industry organizations and associations as a leader in continuing dental education and has presented over 1000 informative and engaging seminars and webinars to dental professionals since 2001.
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.
Basic Sciences, AGD Subject Code 010
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.