Antibiotic Stewardship and Appropriate Antibiotic Use (2 CEs)
November 24 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$65.00 – $75.00
Antibiotic Stewardship and Appropriate Antibiotic Use (2 CEs)
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 7-9PM via zoom.
Members & Dental Staff $65; $75 Non-Members
Course Description:
Antibiotics have improved health outcomes since the discovery of penicillin and its widespread use during WW II. However, their overuse and misuse has now threatened their effectiveness and led to superbug infections that are untreatable. This course will provide antibiotic stewardship guidance and cover the risks of inappropriate antibiotic use, including C. diff and antibiotic resistance. It will also review the latest ADA Clinical Practice Guidelines related to when antibiotics are appropriate for patients with endodontic infections as well as best practices for antibiotic use for extractions, minor oral surgery, implant placement, bone grafting and periodontal treatment. Prescribing recommendations with sample prescriptions as well as when and why antibiotics are indicated or not indicated will be covered.
Learning Objectives:
-Understand how antibiotics revolutionized healthcare and why their misuse may lessen their effectiveness in the future.
-Understand the risks of antibiotic use including antimicrobial resistance and C. difficile infections.
-Understand the appropriate use of antibiotics for pulpal and periapical infections, extractions, implant placement, bone grafting and periodontal treatment.
Biography:
Dr. Thomas M. Paumier, DDS, brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to continuing education for dental professionals. A cum laude graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Dr. Paumier holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and completed a General Practice Residency (GPR) at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. Since 1988, he has
provided outstanding care in private practice in Canton, Ohio, and has been a dedicated educator on the faculty of the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital GPR. As Chairman of the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital Board,
Dr. Paumier’s influence extends deeply into clinical education and leadership. Dr. Paumier has been instrumental in establishing clinical standards that shape antibiotic practices in dentistry. He served on the expert panels for
the ADA and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, co-authoring critical Clinical Practice Guidelines for Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Prosthetic Joint Patients. His role as co-author of the ADA’s Clinical Practice
Guideline for Antibiotic Use in Endodontic Infections underscores his commitment to safe, evidence-based patient care. Honored with the ADA’s 2019 Evidence-Based Dentistry Clinical Practice Award, Dr. Paumier continues to drive forward-thinking practices in dentistry. Dr. Paumier’s dynamic lectures resonate with both dental students and experienced professionals alike. A frequent speaker at Case School of Dental Medicine and a past president of the Ohio Dental Association, Dr.Paumier is passionate about empowering dentists with cutting-edge-knowledge, ensuring each course delivers value and practical insights for clinical excellence.