Drugs and dentistry (BRAD02MAY14)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectDrugs
DescriptionThis course looks at common drugs that have an impact on patient management. Drugs prescribed for common medical problems will be examined and ways to achieve effective patient management with least disruption of the prescribed drugs will be discussed.
VenueMercure Bradford Bankfield, Bingley - Bradford  View details
Date & timeFriday 2 May 2014, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerStacey Clough  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Therapist (£30.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours6:00
Cost£60.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

To inform the delegates on side effects of drugs prescribed for medical conditions and their impact on dental treatment.

To discuss useful treatment strategies to avoid disruption of the drug regimen and achieve good patient management

To minimise complications arising from drugs that may arise through dental treatment

Objectives

Delegates will:

  • Have a basic knowledge of pharmacology principles
  • Understand the actions of commonly prescribed drugs
  • Know how these can have an impact on treatment planning for dental patients
  • Know how to manage these patients effectively with none or minimal disruption of the medication regimen