Clinicians from all over the U.S. attended the forum to receive continuing education credits and learn from experts about the latest advancements in oral-systemic health.
IRVINE, CALIF. November 16, 2023 – Pacific Dental Services® (PDS), a leading dental and medical support organization in the U.S., recently hosted its first-ever Mouth-Body Connection® Symposium in Irvine, Calif. Underscoring the commitment of PDS to continuing education and clinical expertise development, the event provided a platform for PDS-supported dentists, dental hygienists, and primary care providers to learn from experts about the correlation between oral health and overall health, and how to use preventive dentistry and integrated dental and medical care to improve patient health outcomes.
Keynote speakers included Amy Doneen, DNP, ARNP, a pioneer in preventing heart attack, stroke, and diabetes; Dirk-Rolf Gieselmann, a leader in periodontal health; and PDS Founder and CEO Stephen E. Thorne IV, along with several members of the PDS-supported clinical leadership team led by Carolyn Ghazal, DDS, Chair of GP Platform Development. Presentations highlighted the education on the Mouth-Body Connection and the latest tools in preventive dentistry.
“Our inaugural Mouth-Body Connection Symposium was a powerful educational platform, marking the beginning of a growth trajectory for our dental and medical professionals,” said Thorne. “Our supported oral health and primary care providers gained valuable insights from leading experts, while exploring advanced tools to elevate patient health outcomes. Recognizing the mouth as a gateway to the body, the event emphasized a comprehensive, integrated approach to oral health.”
