A guide to successful orthodontic referrals- when, how and whom to refer. Using the IOTN (SW-24-05-29-03)

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SubjectOrthodontics
DescriptionJeremy Peak, Specialist in Orthodontics is repeating this webinar to help develop our understanding of how to make appropriate orthodontic referrals. He will include strategies to ensure you refer the right patient at the right time to the right provider. IOTN will be covered in detail. There will be opportunities to practice IOTN assessment using digitised study models and signposting to further resources that can be used chairside. The session is suitable for all interested members of the dental team including those applying for the performers list. It will help us to explain the referral criteria and process to our patients.
Additional information

This evening course is to be held on Zoom. 

Joining instructions will be made available by email in advance of the session. Please do not share these with other people, CPD certificates will be available after the course so your place must be booked via maxcourse.

VenueZoom, N/A - N/A - Virtual  View details
Date & timeWednesday 29 May 2024, 18:00 to 19:30
LecturerDr Jeremy Peak  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeC
Course styleE- learning
CateringNone
Core topic Not a core topic
CPD hours1:30
Cost£15.00
Aims

The aim of this session is to increase confidence in referring the right patient at the right time for orthodontics. 

Objectives

By the end of this session participants will be able:

  • to understand why an assessment of the developing dentition is important
  • to have a structure on which to base a systematic assessment of the developing occlusion
  • to understand the relevance of the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN)
  • to understand when, how and to whom to refer
Learning outcomes

By the end of this session participants should:

  • have increased confidence in assessing patient's malocclusion,
  • know the correct timing to refer for certain situations
  • be able to facilitate patients to access to appropriate orthodontic services
  • have more confidence in discussing the referral process with patients and their families'