Management of Orofacial Infections (CPD11MAR20A)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjecteCPD
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 and managed. 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

VenueMercure Fairfield Manor, York  View details
Date & timeWednesday 11 March 2020, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersMrs Huda Jawad, Miss Divyakumari Keshani & Amit Pattni  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist (£30.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£30.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA, C
CPD hours6:00
Cost£60.00 (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