Rubber dam placement for DCPs (LEED26NOV14A)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectDental nurse training
DescriptionThis evening hands on session will instruct dental nurses how to enhance the skills mix within the multi-professional dental team, to safely and efficiently place rubber dam in a clinical setting. It may be used as a refresher for Therapists and Dentists.
VenueClinical Skills Lab - Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds  View details
Date & timeWednesday 26 November 2014, 18:00 to 20:30
LecturerCarolyn Renton  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Nurse, or Dental Therapist, or Dentist

Course styleHands-on course
CategoryClinical course
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours2:30
Cost£10.00
Aims
  • To provide essential information as to why rubber dam should be used for certain clinical procedures and will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of use
  • To facilitate equipment selection and practical application on phantom heads
Objectives

By the end of the session delegates will be able to:

  • Understand clinical situations that require rubber dam placement
  • Discuss advantages and disadvantages of use
  • Select appropriate equipment for dam placement on a single tooth and multiple teeth
  • Safely and efficiently place rubber dam on single tooth and multiple teeth.