DFT C&M - Oral Cancer (NWDFTCM261016D)

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SubjectOral Cancer Awareness
DescriptionHead and Neck Cancer in Primary Care
Additional information

Please arrive at Northwest Dental Training Hub by 13:00Pm for registration for a prompt start at 13:30Pm

VenueNorth West Dental Training Hub, Altrincham - Greater Manchester  View details
Date & timeFriday 16 October 2026, 13:30 to 16:30
LecturerDr Charles Crawford  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Foundation Therapist, or Foundation Dentist

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

To look at all aspects of diagnosis and management of Head and Neck Cancers (HANCs) relevant to Primary Care Dentistry.

Objectives
  • Give an overview of trends in HANC
  • Understand signs and symptoms of HANCs
  • Consider how the treatment impacts dental care
Learning outcomes

Foundation Dentist and Foundation Dental Therapists will be able to

  • Recall HANC risks
  • Examine patients for common signs and symptoms
  • Identify the referral process and patient journey
  • Recognise when to do dental treatment and when not to
  • Apply how to help patients with the common side effects of chemoradiotherapy