TMD Dentist Course (DWD05OCT26)

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SubjectOral Health
DescriptionFlexible commissioning Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) supported self-management pathway TMD assessment and supported self-management pathway This short course describes a practical comprehensive and concise TMD assessment protocol and provides an overview of the evidence base around management. The course will outline the new TMD self-help approach in the management of TMD.
Additional information

Not limited to GDPs within the West Yorkshire FC practices – but targeted at interested GDPS working in WY FC sites.

VenuePlatform tbc, - Virtual  View details
Date & timeMonday 5 October 2026, 13:00 to 14:00
LecturersVishal Aggarwal & Mr Simon Hearnshaw  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Therapist, or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryInformation event
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeA, B, C, D
CPD hours1:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To describe the Flexible Commissioning (FC) TMD supported self-management pathway.

Objectives

To understand best practice for TMD diagnosis and assessment

To be able to identify and place appropriate patients on the FC TMD supported self-management pathway and refer red flag symptoms to secondary care

To be able to work with and support Oral Health Champions (OHC) in implementing supported self-management for patients within the FC TMD pathway.

Learning outcomes

Be aware of the current evidence base around TMD care.

Be able to conduct the TMD assessment.

Be able to place appropriate patients on the FC TMD supported self-management pathway and manage this process with the OHC.