DFT Endodontics Day 1 (DFTOX240926)

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

Mandatory: Dental Foundation Trainee

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 1.9

Distinguish between pulpal health and disease, and identify conditions which may require treatment or onward referral.

Clinical 1.10

Prescribe an appropriate and risk assessed radiographic imaging examination that meets the diagnostic needs of the patient, in line with current national guidance.

Clinical 1.12

Generate a differential diagnosis and treatment/ management plan based on evidence from an oral health assessment/ urgent care assessment and risk screening, through the correct interpretation of clinical findings.

Clinical 1.14

Evaluate and manage patients' treatment expectations, identify the degree to which they can be met and discuss the different options.

Clinical 2.01

Present to the patient (and check their understanding of) the findings resulting from the history and examination, including clinical and radiographic results, differential diagnoses, treatment options, prognoses, sequenced treatment plan and individualised recall intervals based on risk assessment, in a manner that they can understand.

Clinical 2.10

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 2.12

Is able to present to the patient a complete range of treatment options, explaining risks, benefits and costs.

Clinical 3.2

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 10.02

Evaluate the restorative prognosis for individual teeth and relate this to the overall treatment plan and patient's aims and expectations.

Clinical 10.03

Remove carious tooth structure in preparation for restoration, using techniques which minimise unnecessary tooth damage and pulpal injury.

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 10.01

Can demonstrate modern restorative concepts around minimally invsive techniques

Comm 12.01

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

Comm 14.03

Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with referral bodies, and seek advice when necessary.

Professionalism 15.07

Adheres to appropriate guidelines, and has knowledge of relevant standards and recommendations.

Professionalism 16.07

Regularly reviews and reflects on the outcomes of treatment provided in an effort to assure the highest standards of patient care, and can describe the importance of clinical audit and its regular implementation.

Professionalism 17.05

The ability to critically evaluate published research and integrate this information to improve the quality of care for the patient.

Management & Leadership 19.11

The use of research data and evidence-based knowledge in his/ her approach to clinical practice.