Treating Patients with the Latest Advancements in Cardiovascular Stents

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease in the United States. Recent advances in therapies and pharmaceuticals have resulted in decreased mortality and increased survival rates following myocardial infarction and stroke. The use of coronary stent placement is one of the most common procedures in the treatment of CAD. This one-hour *interactive on demand webinar provides a historical use of coronary stents in treating CAD, along with the use of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT). This course will highlight the dental considerations and treatment planning modifications to be considered in the treatment of patients presenting with coronary stents.

Course Objectives: 

1. Identify the prevalence of coronary artery disease (CAD) in the U.S. population.

2. Discuss the etiology and pathophysiology of coronary atherosclerosis.

3. Discuss the use of percutaneous interventions including balloon angioplasty and stents.

4. State the dental considerations in patients presenting with cardiovascular stents., including the use of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT).

Original date: 1/6/26, Expiry date:  1/5/29

Ms. Jones, RDH, MSDH, is a professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene at Eastern Washington University. She holds affiliate faculty appointment to the University of Washington (UW) School of Dentistry, Department of Periodontics, Assistant Professor. Her teaching and research interests include inter-professional education, dental public health; and care of the medically compromised patient and those with special needs.