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Event Information

Guts, Gums & Glucose: The Missing Link for Optimal Health

January 10, 2026


Dates

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Time

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Early Bird Discount Deadline

Monday, December 15, 2025

Registration Deadline

Saturday, January 10, 2026


Event Description

3 CE Units - Speaker: Amber Auger, RDH, MPH

Location

Guts, Gums & Glucose: The Missing Link for Optimal Health Event Image
Earn 3 CE units!            
 
It is estimated that over 80 percent of Americans are experiencing insulin resistance. One can have insulin resistance for up to 20 years before being pre-diabetic. Insulin resistance impacts every organ and body and is crucial to acute and chronic disease prevention. This course is designed to equip the dental professional to take a more comprehensive look at the root cause of oral and systemic inflammation. The clinician will obtain practical information for chairside implementation.
             
Course Objectives:
After this course, attendees will be able to:
  • Define the bi-directional relationship between insulin resistance, diabetes, and periodontal disease
  • Review strategies to elevate systemic inflammation manifesting orally
  • Identify how periodontal pathogens affect gut health
  • Discover oral products to promote symbiosis
 
Speaker: Amber Auguer, RDH, MPH
 
Amber Auger, MPH, RDH, has 17 years of experience in the dental hygiene industry. She is a practicing dental hygienist, corporate consultant, and RDH coach.
 
Amber is the creator of Thrive in the OP™, a membership course that includes both on-demand sessions and weekly coaching. Thrive in the OP™ equips dental hygienists with clinical, business, and leadership capabilities outside of their traditional hygiene degree.
 
Amber is the 2019 Award of Distinction recipient for her work in public health. She has been to 5 different countries to provide preventive dental hygiene services. Amber is also the host of #AskAmberRDH with RDH Magazine, the Editorial Director for the Graduate Newsletter, and an international lecturer. Amber is known for incorporating humor into her educational content and practical approach to implementing the latest science into your everyday workflow. The vast content that Amber provides through virtual, in-person events, group and one-on-one coaching will leave you inspired, empowered, and equipped to conquer your career goals.

Registration Fees

Member Registration
Early Standard Late
$55.00
Prospective Member Registration
Early Standard Late
$75.00
Early Member Registration
Early Standard Late
$35.00
Early Prospective Member Registration
Early Standard Late
$50.00

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Sponsors

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