DCT2/3 Study Session -PART 2 An Introduction to Acupuncture - with a practical component PART 2 (NWDCT23260218A)

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SubjectDental Acupuncture
DescriptionPractical component will require audience participation This presentation will look at the use of acupuncture in dentistry F2F with practical
Additional information

This study session is open to DENTAL CORE TRAINING YEARS 2 AND 3 ONLY WHO ATTENDED 1ST COURSE

VenueNorth West Dental Training Hub, Altrincham - Greater Manchester  View details
Date & timeWednesday 18 February 2026, 14:00 to 17:00
LecturerMr Tom Thayer  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Core Trainee Year 2/3

Development outcomeC
Course styleLecture
Core topic Not a core topic
Catering None
CPD hours3:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To revise and develop learning from the first course

Objectives
  •  To revise the siting of acupuncture needles for gagging and relaxation
  • To develop knowledge and skills
Learning outcomes

By end of the session learners should be able to:

  • Identify patients who may require acupuncture
  • To be able to identify the primary sites suitable for acupuncture in the muscles of mastication
  • To be able to use acupuncture safely for the treatment of TMD