"Menopause and Dental Care: The Dentists Role"

May 28th, 2026 6:00PM

Menopause is more than hot flashes. Menopause is a metabolic turning point. Hormonal changes drive weight gain, bone loss, and higher risk for costly conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes. More than 1.3 million women in the United States transition to menopause each year. Dental professionals play a vital role in recognizing and managing oral conditions associated with menopause, from dry mouth and burning mouth syndrome to increased periodontal concerns, brain fog, and bone loss.

Join us for an enlightening online seminar that delves into the multifaceted health transition of menopause. This webinar is not just a chance to expand your knowledge; it is a way to enhance your practice and better serve your patients in this important phase of their lives. Register now and discover how you can make a positive impact on your patients’ health during this pivotal transition! 2 CE Units

Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM - (Via Zoom)

Fees:

Early Reg Fee: Members & Staff until April 1, 2026 - $19 & After April 1 – Late Fee - $29

Early Reg Fee: Non-Members until April 1, 2026 - $39 & After April 1 – Late Fee - $49.00

*Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel please call our office at  (510) 782-5316. Cancellations MUST be received 72 hours' prior to (May 28) to receive a refund. *Refunds are subject to a $10.00 service fee. *No Refunds for No-Shows.

Dr. Joy Poskozim, DDS, FSCD, CDP has been in private practice for 26 years, practicing integrative health general dentistry at her office on the northwest side of Chicago, and has been performing dental procedures on the home-bound for over 16 years. In 2017 she earned her Dentistry in Long-Term Care Certificate from the University of the Pacific Dental School, her Fellowship with the Special Care Dental Association Geriatric Council in 2018, and is certified as a Dementia Practitioner as of 2021. She is an active board member of the Special Care Dentistry Association Geriatric Council, Castle Connelly, and the Dental Lifeline Network. Dr. Poskozim is also an adjunct professor at UIC Dental School. Dr. Joy is a 1990 graduate of Marquette University, and New York University College of Dentistry in 1994.bShe completed a GPR from Woodhull Medical Center in 2000 where she was awarded Resident of the Year.