Assignment: Genetic Oral Health in Clinical Practice Objective: Apply genetic oral health concepts to a clinical scenario. Instructions: 1. Imagine you have a patient with a family history of periodontal disease.2. Write a short reflection (approx. 250-300 words) on how you would incorporate genetic oral health into their treatment plan.3. Consider the following:– Genetic testing […]
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Case Study: Genetic Oral Health Patient Profile: – Name: Emily Chen– Age: 35– Medical History: Type 2 diabetes, hypertension– Family History: Father with periodontal disease, mother with osteoporosis– Chief Complaint: Bleeding gums and loose teeth Genetic Profile: – Genetic testing reveals a variant of the IL-1 gene, associated with increased risk of periodontal disease– Genetic
Patient Education and Communication – Develop a patient education handout on genetic oral health, including information on genetic risk factors, preventive measures, and treatment options– Create a script for a 3-minute patient consultation on genetic oral health– Record an audio clip of the consultation and submit it for review
Genetic Testing in Oral Health – Research and compare different genetic testing options for oral health (e.g., saliva, blood, or tissue samples)– Evaluate the benefits and limitations of each testing option– Create a table or infographic summarizing the findings– Submit a 1-page written reflection on the implications of genetic testing in oral health practice If