Biofilm and Perio Instrumentation (SW11-04-04-1)

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SubjectPeriodontology
DescriptionAn Update suitable for all practitioners inc those with OHE certificates wishing to bring skills up to date. Participants will be able to practice techniques according to their scope of practice.
VenuePhantom Head Room-Derriford Hospital, Plymouth - Devon S & W  View details
Date & timeMonday 4 April 2011, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersMrs Alison Grant & Ms Jennifer Hall  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dentist, or Hygienist

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleHands-on
Catering Meal
Core topic Not a core topic
CPD hours6:00
Cost£50.00
Aims

This course aims to

shed light on the latest buzz word -‘biofilm’ and its role in periodontal diseasecand to update practitioners on current practice regarding biofiim disruption and root surface debridement.

Objectives
  1. Understand the formation of biofilm in the oral cavity
  2. Describe the role of the biofilm in periodontal disease.
  3. Explain methods of mechanical, chemical and pharmacological biofilm disruption in the management of periodontal disease.
  4. Confidently use subgingival hand instruments and update knowledge of ultrasonic scalers currently available.