Bug busting the Biofilm! (SW16-04-25-1)

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SubjectPeriodontology
DescriptionThis course will deliver the latest information on how biofilms play a vital part in periodontal disease and practical sessions on how to improve our delivery of oral health advice and non surgical periodontal treatment in general dental practice. ALL WELCOME
VenuePhantom Head Room-Derriford Hospital, Plymouth - Devon S & W  View details
Date & timeMonday 25 April 2016, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersMrs Alison Grant & Ms Jennifer Hall  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental nurse, or Dentist, or Hygienist, or Therapist, or Therapist & Entire Dental Team

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

To deliver the latest information on how biofilms play a vital part in periodontal disease and practical sessions on how to  improve our delivery of oral health advice and non surgical periodontal treatment in general dental practice.

Objectives

By the end of the session the participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the role of biofilm disruption in periodontal treatment
  2. Identify the latest oral hygiene aids available & develop motivational oral hygiene skills with patients.
  3. Identify different types and effectiveness of chemical plaque control agents currently available.
  4. Confidently use subgingival hand instruments and update knowledge of ultrasonic scalers currently available.

 Outcome:

To improve the quality of patient care and oral health of patients