The patient with mental retardation offers one of the most interesting challenges in dentistry. Dr. Willette has treated thousands of individuals with mental retardation, and offers his wealth of knowledge in this area. 1 Distance Learning Application Oral Complications of Cancer Chemotherapy Mark Schubert, DDS, MSD Cancer is increasingly being treated with chemotherapeutic agents. Dr. Schubert, Dental Director for the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, presents a discussion of the implications of cancer chemotherapy for dental treatment. Dr. Nutter reviews the major adult onset neurologic disorders and discusses how the dental professional can adapt treatment for these individuals.
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Dr. Johnson offers his insight into the psychological and social worlds of the disability experience. This sensitive and important presentation will help the non-disabled dental care provider to better understand disability, and to more comfortably interact with persons with disabilities.