BSPD Lecture: Hidden challenges: optimising oral health for children with ADHD and other behavioural challenges. (CPD-LEED28OCT15)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectPaediatric dentistry
DescriptionThis British Society of Paediatric Dentistry lecture aims to address the challenges faced by the dental team in securing oral health for children with behavioural disorders. We are really fortunate to have secured Nicky Kilpatrick as a speaker whilst she is visiting the UK from Australia where she is an Associate Professor in The Paediatric Dental Department at The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne.
VenueLecture Theatre, Lecture Theatre - Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds  View details
Date & timeWednesday 28 October 2015, 19:00 to 20:30
LecturerNicky Kilpatrick  View details
Target audience

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

Course styleLecture
CategoryEvening lecture
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeNo development outcome
CPD hours1:30
CostNo charge
Aims

To summarise the oral health status of individuals with these common conditions and outline some evidence based strategies for optimizing their oral health and general well being.

Objectives

By the end of this presentation participants will

  • Appreciate the specific oral health risk factors associated with ADHD and Autism
  • Be able to identify evidence based strategies for supporting oral health in individuals with behavioural challenges
  • Feel more confident in managing children with such behavioural issues and their families