Essential periodontics module 4 - evidence based periodontics (CPD-LEED09SEP16)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectPeriodontology
DescriptionA periodontal course comprising of 4 modules which are all designed to be highly interactive and provide opportunity for discussion and debate. Each module can be taken alone or as part of the series. This module examines the development of the evidence based approach, covers the principles of clinical trials and systematic reviews and explains some basic statistical methods and terminology.
Additional information

This is session 1 of 4 sessions around essential periodontics.

Each session stands alone or can be used to forma a complete course. The four dates are:

  • 09 June 2016 - Essential periodontics module 1 - assessment and diagnosis
  • 10 June 2016 - Essential periodontics module 2 - treatment planning
  • 08 September 2016 - Essential periodontics module 3 - non-surgical management
  • 09 September 2016 - Essential periodontics module 4 - evidence based periodontics

Please book each date individually on the system.

VenueAlwoodley Room, Weetwood Hall Hotel, Leeds  View details
Date & timeFriday 9 September 2016, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersDr Sarovi Drone & Ian Dunn  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist (£25.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£25.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours6:00
Cost£50.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims
  • To appreciate how the concept of evidence based dentistry has evolved, with particular reference to periodontics.
  • To learn how to evaluate the quality of published evidence.
  • To understand the essential role of clinical trials and systematic reviews in dental research.
  • To understand basic statistical methodology.
  • To learn how to use the library and internet for data searching.
Objectives
  • Recognise the difference between objectivity and subjectivity in dental research papers.
  • Distinguish between bad research and good research in the dental literature.
  • Identify methodological faults in dental research.
  • Search databases (hard copy and electronic) with confidence.
  • Apply an evidence based approach to daily practice.
  • To evaluate manufacturers claims with regard to periodontal products.