A practical guide to the management of the periodontal patient, for dental hygienists and dental therapists (LEED19SEP13)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectPeriodontology
DescriptionA hands on course on periodontal treatment including treatment planning, patient assessment , indices and instrumentation for dental therapists and dental hygienists
VenueWeetwood Hall Hotel, Leeds  View details
Date & timeThursday 19 September 2013, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersMr Stuart Boomer & Fiona Heffron  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Therapist

Course styleHands-on course
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours5:30
Cost£25.00
Aims
  • To update dental hygienists and therapists on classification and current thinking on the management of patients with periodontal diseases.
  • To review clinical cases, with discussion of patient management options for the dental team
  • To complete hands on practical experience on the use of a variety of periodontal instruments on phantom head models.
  • To discuss the use of adjunctive therapies, surgery and maintenance care in the management of periodontal conditions
Objectives

By the end of the course delegates will:

  • Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the features of a variety of periodontal conditions.
  • Be able to describe the roles of the dental team and the treatment options for management of the periodontal patient.
  • Be confident in the appropriate use of a variety of instruments for root surface debridement
  • Understand when, where and how to best use adjunctive therapies.