Dentistry for the aging population (NW190208B)
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Subject | Multi topic | ||
Description | This course brings together a variety of topics concerning the aging population in dentistry. Lecturers who are experts within their field of practice will provide an insight into the effects on the aging dentition. Build awareness and confidence in treating the older patient, discuss issues such as consent, treatment planning, endodontics, toothwear and the progression of periodontal disease. | ||
Additional information | Registration from 9am Catering A selection of vegetarian/non vegetarian options will be made available, however please be aware that we are unable to cater for special dietary requirements such as Gluten Free, Nut Allergy, Vegan. We therefore suggest that delegates bring their own food if you have a specialist requirement. Sarra Jawad is a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Manchester Dental Hospital. She has a varied clinical background, having worked in Community Dentistry, General Practice and the Hospital Services. Mr Faizan Zaheer teaches on the periodontology MSc programme Maureen Halford is a qualified nurse and has has taught in Further and Higher Education and in the Prison Service. She has also been a Lead Trainer for the Alzheimer’s Society is now an independent trainer. Peter Clarke is currently a specialist registrar in restorative dentistry and has extensive experience in treatment planning in more complex cases and the older generation. | ||
Venue | Whiston Education, Training & Conference Centre, Whiston - Merseyside View details | ||
Date & time | Friday 8 February 2019, 09:30 to 16:30 | ||
Lecturers | Mr Pete Clarke, Maureen Halford, Sarra Jawad & Mr Faizan Zaheer View details | ||
Target audience | Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Therapist, or Dentist | ||
Development outcome | A, B, C, D | ||
Course style | Lecture | ||
Core topic | Not a core topic | ||
Catering | Refreshments and Lunch | ||
CPD hours | 6:00 | ||
Cost | £30.00 | ||
Aims | Sarra Jawad -Age-related changes to dentition - focusing on tooth wear and tooth loss To raise awareness on the effect of aging on the teeth, and to look at treatment options for clinical scenarios, such as worn teeth, partial and complete tooth loss. Faizan Zaheer - The progression of periodontal disease in the older patient To explore the features of periodontal disease onset and progression Maureen Halford - Consent, the mental capacity act and their practical application To provide training for members of the dental team on the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), including the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS); Peter Clarke - Endodontics and the Ageing Dentition To empower delegates to feel more confident undertaking endodontic treatment in this population group. | ||
Objectives | Sarra Jawad - Age- related changes to dentition, focusing on tooth wear and tooth loss
Faizan Zaheer - The progression of periodontal disease in the older patient To examine the:-
Maureen Halford - Consent, the mental capacity act and their practical application
Peter Clarke - Endodontics and the Ageing Dentition Review the:-
To develop strategies to overcome these challenges with consideration to diagnosis, treatment planning, access, instrumentation and restoration of the compromised tooth | ||
Learning outcomes | Sarra Jawad -Age related changes to dentition, focusing on tooth wear and tooth loss
Faizan Zaheer - The progression of periodontal disease in the older patient To improve confidence in the field of periodontal disease in the older patient Maureen Halford - Consent, the mental capacity act and their practical application Delegates will understand the principles of the MCA, and its impact on the dental team for safeguarding vulnerable patients and the process of assessment of capacity to consent to treatment. Peter Clarke - Endodontics and the Ageing Dentition Improved confidence and skill in endodontics | ||