Caries diagnosis, management and treatment, including the use of composites (PO290110)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectRestorative
DescriptionThis one-day course is designed to provide information and provoke discussion on the diagnosis of dental caries and its management.
Additional informationDental caries is one of the most common diseases of mankind, second in prevalence only to the common cold. It is a multifactorial disease occurring in plaque. The formation of carious lesions can be controlled by oral hygiene with a fluoride toothpaste, additional fluoride in some cases, and a sensible diet limiting sugar intake. Established lesions can be arrested although cavities that cannot be cleaned should be restored. In multi-medicated older people with dry mouths, caries is more difficult to control. Caries also poses a greater problem in socio-economically disadvantaged people, through deprivation and a lack of education. Caries management for older and/or socially deprived people presents its own challenges.

The day will provide an insight into the various techniques which may be employed to detect early caries, how to monitor such lesions and when to restore the tooth with a filling. New and existing techniques for removing caries will be evaluated and the role of adhesive restorative materials will be explored. Attendees should be able to take away specific practical advice that will assist them to successfully manage patients in their care.

This course is suitable for General Dental Practitioners and Dental therapists
VenueDental Academy, Portsmouth  View details
Date & timeFriday 29 January 2010, 09:00 to 17:00
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours6:00
Cost£20.00
Aims
  1. Provide information and provoke discussion on the diagnosis of dental caries and its management
  2. Have an idea of the different diagnostic tools available and how the information gained will influence the management of the clinical situation
  3. Be aware of the common risk variables for caries in older and/or socially deprived people
  4. Be able to optimise disease management in contemporary dental practice and to understand the inherent tensions between evidence-based dentistry and the requirements of the consent process