Management of orofacial infections (CPD-LEED04APR18)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectOral Surgery
DescriptionThis course is a series of interactive lectures discussing common orofacial infections. It describes the anatomical planes to be aware of to predict risk of spread of dental infections and outlines management and prescribing options. It also looks at common orofacial skin infections and how these can be recognised an dmanaged.
Additional information

Delegates are encouraged to bring a case of their own for discussion if they wish

VenueKirkstall Room, Weetwood Hall Hotel, Leeds  View details
Date & timeWednesday 4 April 2018, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersMiss Divyakumari Keshani & Amit Pattni  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist (£25.00pp discount), or Dental Nurse (£25.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£25.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeC
CPD hours5:30
Cost£50.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims
  • Outline the anatomical planes and how infection spreads
  • Describe principles of management of odontogenic infections
  • Outline treatment options and sequelae of untreated infections
  • Describe appropriate therapeutic considerations including antibiotic and analgesia prescribing
  • Outline common skin infections in the orofacial region
  • Describe management of skin infections
  • Signpost when/where to refer if necessary
Objectives
  • Understand the principles of aetiology and spread for odontogenic infections
  • Understand treatment options and complications
  • Know types of antibiotics and analgesia used
  • Recognise common skin infections
  • Understand management of skin infections
  • Know when / where to refer
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