DCT1 STUDY DAY- TRAUMA (NWDCT241106A)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectTrauma
DescriptionTo cover the diagnosis and management of dento-alveolar trauma and maxillofacial trauma with consideration given to the paediatric patient, the adult patient and the long term consequences.
Additional information

This is a study session for DCT1s in HEENW only.

Please arrive at 08:30pm to sign the register.

VenueNorth West Dental Training Hub, Altrincham - Greater Manchester  View details
Date & timeWednesday 6 November 2024, 09:00 to 16:00
LecturersProfessor Siobhan Barry, Dr James Darcey & Jeethendra Rao  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Core Trainee Year 1

Development outcomeC
Course styleHands-on
Core topic Not a core topic
Catering None
CPD hours6:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To inform dentists upon the optimal management strategies of orofacial and dento-alveolar trauma and its consequences. Enable dentists to treat dento-aveolar trauma with greater confidence.

Objectives

To review management protocols for paediatric and adult trauma. To consider the role of the maxillofacial team in more significant facial trauma. To better understand the long term consequences of trauma.

Learning outcomes

Understand the differing injuries that may present:

  • Understand the principles of management.
  • Recognising the importance of follow up and the possible complications.
  • Knowing when and who to refer to.
  • To have greater confidence when managing trauma in both primary and secondary care settings.