DFT Blackburn - Managing TMJ and Occlusion in Practice (NW150220FBN)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectDFT Blackburn Scheme
DescriptionOcclusion and TMD
VenueRoyal Blackburn Hospital, Blackburn - Lancashire  View details
Date & timeFriday 20 February 2015, 09:30 to 17:00
LecturerRiaz Yar  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Foundation Trainee

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topic Not a core topic
Catering None
CPD hours5:00
CostNo charge
Aims
  • To be able to diagnose a dysfunction of the articulatory system
  • To be able to carry out a detailed occlusal examination
  • To be able to design an excite an occlusal prescription
  • To revise the use of a face bow
  • To revise how to record CRCP
  • To understand when to use splints
  • To understand the treatment ladder within TMD and when to refer
Objectives

Learning Outcomes

  • Recognise and manage TMD disorders
  • Advocate assessing the occlusion prior to treatment
  • Modify current practice in relation to best clinical guidelines