In this latest episode of Ostrow Talk, we present a special project that was created by several students from our Online Community Oral Health Program. These students have worked together to create a unique Environmental Awareness Project/Podcast as part of their COH 704: Environmental Health Sciences Course which is taught by our Program Director,…

In this episode of Ostrow Talk, Sheiva Hodjati, a pre-dental student at USC currently studying Gerontology at the Leonard Davis School of Gerontology sits down with Dr. Mehdi Mohammadi, Clinical Associate Professor at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry and Clinical Director of the USC/Union Rescue Mission to discuss how he first became interested in…

In this episode of OstrowTalk, professors Linda Brookman and Joyce Sumi from our Community Oral Health Program discuss Tele-Dentistry and how the pandemic has taught us new virtual ways for dentists and dental professionals to interact with their patients. Some topics discussed include: How can patients visit their dentist without going into an act…

Dr. Glenn Clark discusses the use of botulinum toxin in patients with persistent orofacial pain. This lecture is designed to familiarize dentists with the scientific evidence that underlies the use and abuse of Botulinum Toxin for orofacial pain disorders and motor disorders. Dr. Clark also discusses the various injection protocols and when they ar…

In this episode of OstrowTalk, Dr. Sepideh Khosropanah (Master in Community Oral Health) interviews Dr. Mehdi Mohammadi (Master in Geriatric Dentistry, and Clinical Assistant Professor at Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Section Chair, Community Outreach Programs) about dental care in patients with high blood pressure. Check out our online dentis…

Dry mouth is a common oral complaint of older adult patients; it can cause or potentiate dental caries and periodontal disease. In this episode of Ostrow Talk Dr. Phuu Han and Dr. Lisa Hou discuss different causes and the treatment options of dry mouth in older adult patients. Check out our online dentistry programs that are specifically designed f…

In this episode, Dr. Sal Manrriquez provides an overview of primary headache disorders and the relationship to orofacial pain conditions. Dr. Manrriquez explores the significance of allodynia and hyperalgesia in the understanding of centralized pain. Check out our online dentistry programs that are specifically designed for practicing professionals…

In this episode, Dr. Laurel Henderson explores the hand examination all health providers should include in their initial consultation. Thorough, systematic hand exams can provide valuable insight into the physical and mental wellbeing of dental patients. Check out our online dentistry programs that are specifically designed for practicing professio…

How will you manage a patient that presents with hypersalivation? In this episode, Dr. Kamal Al-Eryani walks us through hypersalivation etiology, clinical symptoms, and diagnostic tests. He also covers different treatment plans based on the specific etiology. This podcast will help you understand the complications of such a medical problem from a d…

Dr. Glenn T. Clark explains the particularities of Orofacial Pain, covering the conditions that this specialty treats as well as the competencies required to provide appropriate care to patients. Check out our online dentistry programs that are specifically designed for practicing professionals so they can learn while keeping their practice.…

On this episode, Joyce Sumi, Director of the Community Oral Health Certificate program interviews Linda Brookman and Mehdi Mohammadi where they provide tips and strategies for providing oral health in vulnerable populations during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Check out our online dentistry programs that are specifically designed for practicing …