DFT Lancaster - "That's not my implant" (NW170602FLN)

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As dental implants become more mainstream and more patients visit specialist implantologists with or without the referral of their general dentists, it is becoming more apparent that some confusion exists on what to do when that patient turns up for a general examination. The lecture will give the audience a general practitioners view on what our responsibilities are and when to refer if complications occur.

Mandatory: Foundation Dentist

• To give young dentists the confidence to responsibly examine and spot problem implants using basic investigations and importantly within their scope of practice.
• To show what complications can occur and what remedial treatment can be provided by clinicians.

• What is expected of a general dentist when it comes to a patient presenting with a dental implant.
• When to refer when a patient suffers an implant complication.
• What learning pathways are available to young dentists interested in Dental Implantology.

• Will be able to assess simple single tooth Dental Implants radiographically and occlusally.
• Will be able to follow evidence based protocols for monitoring and treating early-late stage implant complications.
• Will be able to consider a referral pathway for advanced complications beyond the scope of practice of the individual GDP.
• How to become involved in Implantology.