DFT Endodontics Day 2 (DFTOX081026)

This course is for Foundation Dentists on our NHS England Thames Valley and Wessex Scheme only.

Recommended to all

To familiarise the FDs with the evidence-based diagnosis and management of pulpal disease, and understand how to assess complexity of root canal treatment.

To review and update, their understanding, of the pathophysiology from pulpitis to apical infection.

To allow the FDs to practice preparation of endodontic access cavities in various types of teeth; along with pulp extirpation and root canal instrumentation.

Clinical 2.1

Monitors therapeutic outcomes and ensures that appropriate follow-up care is arranged. Recognises changes in the clinical picture and reviews diagnoses and management plans regularly.

Clinical 3.02

Perform preventive and restorative treatment procedures that will conserve the tooth structure, prevent hard and soft tissue disease and promote hard and soft tissue health.

Clinical 3.10

Demonstrate an understanding of safe, effective and legal prescribing and monitoring, including appropriate use of the British National Formulary and other national guidance, and antimicrobial stewardship.

Clinical 4.01

Perform an urgent care assessment of the patient when required. Identify medical and dental emergencies which are beyond his/ her scope of management, (including oral infections and sepsis), and refer with an appropriate degree of urgency.

Clinical 4.3

Diagnose and effectively manage common dental emergencies (and pain), including those resulting from treatment complications or failures, infection, allergic response or trauma (including avulsed teeth).

Clinical 5.01

Use local analgesia techniques for clinical dentistry as appropriate to ensure adequate pain control for patients.

Clinical 6.9

Assess the requirement for specialised advice and refer the patient appropriately.

Clinical 10.06

Perform non-surgical root canal treatment and re-treatment on single and multirooted teeth with mild curvature of the canal, and understand when referral is appropriate.

Clinical 10.12

Can demonstrate modern restorative concepts around minimally invasive techniques

Communication 12.01

Increase patients' awareness and understanding of treatment options and procedures by careful explanation and the use of effective communication skills.

Professionalism 17.07

Knowledge of the requirements to have appropriate support from a trained member of the dental team when treating patients.

Management & Leadership 19.05

Understand the considerations to be made during the selection, care and maintenance of equipment for dental practice, including the appropriate procedures to be implemented with regard to the safety of reusable devices.

Management & Leadership 20.01

Takes appropriate responsibility for health and safety issues, including those relating to patients, oneself and practice staff. The foundation dentist has up-to-date knowledge and understanding of infection control procedures and is competent in the implementation of these in daily practice.