Wisdom Tooth Assessment in General Practice: Guidelines and Best Practice (SW24-11-07-02)

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SubjectMinor oral surgery
DescriptionPlease join Dr Sami Stagnell (Specialist Oral Surgeon) for 'Wisdom Tooth Assessment in General Practice'. This is a great opportunity to improve our understanding of anatomy, and the common issues associated with wisdom teeth including impaction and infection. We will be discussing clinical and radiographic assessment, NICE and FDS guidelines and when these teeth should be extracted. Using case studies and practical scenarios we will consider which patients should be referred, the risks of surgery and how we can discuss this with our patients. This course is aimed at dentists, however all members of the dental team with an interest in oral surgery are very welcome to attend.
VenueMS Teams, Virtual - N/A - Virtual  View details
Date & timeThursday 7 November 2024, 19:00 to 21:00
LecturerDr Sami Stagnell  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeC
Course styleE- learning
CateringNone
Core topic Not a core topic
CPD hours2:00
Cost£15.00
Aims

Enhance Knowledge: Provide general dentists with comprehensive knowledge on the assessment of wisdom teeth, focusing on identification, diagnosis, and management.

Guideline Adherence: Ensure participants understand and can implement the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and Faculty of Dental Surgery (FDS) guidelines in their practice.

Improve Patient Outcomes: Equip dentists with the skills needed to make informed decisions on the suitability of wisdom tooth extraction and enhance communication with patients - ultimately improving care and outcomes.

Objectives

Understanding Wisdom Tooth Anatomy and Development:

Describe the anatomy and typical development of wisdom teeth.

Identify common issues associated with wisdom teeth, such as impaction and infection.

Assessment Techniques:

Conduct thorough clinical and radiographic assessments of wisdom teeth.

Recognize signs and symptoms indicating the need for extraction.

Application of NICE and FDS Guidelines:

Interpret and apply NICE and FDS guidelines for wisdom tooth assessment and management.

Understand the criteria for referral to an oral surgeon based on these guidelines.

Case Studies and Practical Scenarios:

Analyze and discuss various case studies to illustrate the application of guidelines in real-world scenarios.

Make informed decisions regarding the management or referral of patients with wisdom tooth issues.

Risk Management and Patient Communication:

Identify potential risks and complications associated with wisdom tooth extraction.

Effectively communicate these risks and the rationale for treatment decisions to patients.

Learning outcomes

Equip dentists with the skills needed to make informed decisions on the suitability of wisdom tooth extraction and enhance communication with patients - ultimately improving care and outcomes.