X-ray/Diagnostic imaging techniques/IT systems,Non Surgical management Hard/soft tissue of the head (VT160611BE)

Recommended to all

1. •Prescribe an appropriate and risk assessed imaging examination that meets the diagnostic needs of the patient. •Perform an accurate radiographic examination and expose, process, assess, report and store the radiograph correctly •Expose process and interpret appropriate radiographs for the diagnosis of caries.
2. •Effective management of patients with bleeding disorders including those on oral anti-coagulant therapy. •Ability to carry out an accurate pre and post operative assessment of the patient.
3. •Recognise and anticipate the potential drug interactions that may occur between medications prescribed by the patient’s doctor and those used in dental practice.
4. •Assess the influence of systemic diseases and other disabilities (and associated treatment) on oral health and the delivery of dental treatment.
5. •Ability to recognise and manage effectively (including referral where appropriate) any complications that may arise during or after a surgical procedure, including the effective management and treatment of oro-antral defects. •Take an accurate drug history including current / self-medication, and enquire, recognise the significance of and manage any history regarding allergic reactions.