SESSIONS
Saturday, April 25, 2020
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Science, or lack thereof, of Medical Marijuana and Dental Implications
Presented by Richard L. Wynn, PhD
2 CE credits recommended for dentists,
hygienists and dental assistants
This lecture will provide an overview of the medical marijuana industry and discuss the
federal and individual state standards. Common medical conditions treated with medical
marijuana will be reviewed along with the short and long-term effects of marijuana use
and the dental considerations of treating a patient who uses marijuana.
Upon completion of the course, the participant should be able to:
• List the general requirements for marijuana growers, processors, dispensers and providers.
• List the primary adverse effects of marijuana after short term and long term use.
• Describe the federal standards versus individual state standards for medical use of
marijuana.
• Explain the mitigation of opioid prescribing with the increase in medical marijuana use.
• Name the accepted medical conditions for marijuana use according to the National
Academy of Sciences.
• Describe any clinical problems with a marijuana user undergoing dental treatment.
About the Speaker
Richard L. Wynn, PhD
Dr. Wynn is Professor of Pharmacology at the University of Maryland Dental
School in Baltimore. He is the lead author and chief editor of Drug Information
Handbook for Dentistry, now in its 24th edition, published by LexiComp, Inc.
His chief interest is in teaching pharmacology to dental and dental hygiene
students and keeping dental professionals informed of current and new drug
information relative to dental practice.
Dr. Wynn has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
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