Abstract
As the first points of contact for many patients experiencing dental discomfort, both pharmacists and dentists play essential—but often siloed—roles in the management of everyday oral health conditions. From toothache and dentine hypersensitivity to ulcers, dry mouth, and teething, these issues frequently present at the pharmacy counter or in the dental chair, yet communication between the two professions remains limited.
This interactive, evidence-based webinar aims to bridge the gap between dental and pharmaceutical care by highlighting overlapping responsibilities, safe and effective over-the-counter (OTC) solutions, red flags for referral, and opportunities for improved patient outcomes through interprofessional collaboration. Through case-based discussion and real-world examples, Dr. Shaista and Christine will explore how pharmacists and dentists can better understand each other’s scope, work more synergistically, and offer unified, patient-centered care.
Join us as we reframe the management of common dental complaints—not in isolation, but together.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the most common dental conditions that present in both pharmacy and dental settings, including toothache, dentine hypersensitivity, ulcers, teething, dry mouth, and halitosis.
- Evaluate appropriate over-the-counter (OTC) treatments and management strategies for these conditions based on current clinical guidelines and evidence.
- Recognize red flags that indicate when patients should be referred from pharmacy to dental care—or vice versa—for timely intervention.
- Understand the distinct but complementary roles of dentists and pharmacists in managing oral health, and the value of shared communication.
- Develop practical strategies for interprofessional collaboration that support consistent, safe, and effective patient care across both professions
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