DFT North Manchester - Toothwear, occlusion and TMJ (NM150417FNN)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectDFT North Manchester Scheme
DescriptionNo description given
VenueMayo Centre, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, Salford - Greater Manchester  View details
Date & timeFriday 17 April 2015, 08:30 to 16:30
LecturerDr Ian Buckle  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topic Not a core topic
Catering None
CPD hours6:00
CostNo charge
Aims

Delegates will have an understanding of 

  • Why occlusion implacts on every aspect of dentistry
  • How understaning occlusion will make your dentistry more predictable, efficient and long lasting
  • Which patients are safe to treat and which to be wary of
  • How to discuss occlusion problems with your patients
  • Why understanding occlusion will allow you to do more of the dentistry you want to do and stand out from the crowd
Objectives

To understand the basic principles of occlusion and how they relate to general dentistry

  • To understand how to carry out a simple TMJ/occlusal examination and how to incorporate it into a general examination 
  • To understand how to make a complete diagnosis including TMJ - occlusal diagnosis
  • Be aware of the different splints available and their appropriate usage
  • Understand how to move forward with treatment once splint therapy is complete