Dental Acupuncture - Post Foundation Course (NW180911C)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectDental Acupuncture
DescriptionThis course is a second part of the dental acupuncture course for delegates who have attended the foundation course. A combination of both theory and practical hands on elements will enable delegates to deepen their knowledge and confidence in practicing dental acupuncture safely.
Additional information

This course is a second part of the dental acupuncture course for delegates who have attended the foundation course. A combination of both theory and practical hands on elements will enable delegates to deepen their knowledge and confidence in practicing dental acupuncture safely. David Johnson has over 10 years of experience in treating special care adults and children. Outside of work regularly teaches postgraduate courses on the management of head and neck pain using acupuncture.

 

Catering

A selection of vegetarian/non vegetarian options will be made available, however please be aware that we are unable to cater for special dietary requirements such as Gluten Free, Nut Allergy, Vegan. We therefore suggest that delegates bring their own food if you have a specialist requirement.

 

This session can only be booked by delegates who attended the dental acupuncture foundation course. 

Registration from 9 am. 

This session includes a practical element in which you will have the opportunity to practice acupuncture needling.

Important information for Dental Nurses: It has been brought to our attention that not all indemnity providers are able to offer cover for dental nurses practicing acupuncture under the prescription of a dentist. If you are attending this course with the intention of being able to practice acupuncture within the dental setting it may be advisable that you check with your indemnity provider before attending.

VenueWhiston Education, Training & Conference Centre, Whiston - Merseyside  View details
Date & timeTuesday 11 September 2018, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerDr David Johnson  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeA, C
Course styleHands-on
Core topic Not a core topic
CateringRefreshments and Lunch
CPD hours5:30
Cost£50.00
Aims

Practical hands on session and lecture for treatment planning for conditions affecting the head and neck region

Objectives

This course briefly reviews the theoretical and practical knowledge that each delegate gained during their Foundation training in Dental Acupuncture and then further builds upon this.

Treatment planning for more advanced conditions affecting the head and neck region will be covered with practical needling of acupuncture points in groups of 2 or 3 people. For example:

• Headache and migraine in relation to TMJ pain

• Atypical facial pain

• Burning Mouth Syndrome

• Xerostomia

Learning outcomes

Gain knowledge of acupuncture treatment of more advanced conditions effecting head and neck region