Perio Upskill for Dental Hygienists and Therapists (DWD25JAN25)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectPeriodontology
DescriptionA fabulous opportunity to attend a periodontal course for Dental Hygienists and Therapists. This session can be used as a refresher or to upskill in clinical management of patients with established periodontal disease.
Additional information

Participants must be GDC registered

VenueLeeds Dental Institute, Leeds  View details
Date & timeSaturday 25 January 2025, 09:30 to 17:00
LecturersFiona Heffron, Mrs Alison hodson, Mr Thomas Hodson & Jenny Owen  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Therapist

Course styleHands-on course
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA, C, D
CPD hours6:00
Cost£75.00
Aims

This one day theoretical and clinical hands-on course will cover clinical management of patients with established periodontal disease and the care and Maintenance of Dental Implants.

Objectives

Formulate a care pathway for periodontal patients, discuss the clinical management of codes 3 and 4 and when to refer Recognise the importance of personalised bio feedback in the behaviour change model Refresh knowledge of the 2017 perio classification, current periodontal guidelines and apply diagnosis and treatment planning

Learning outcomes

By the end of the session delegates will be able to: Apply knowledge and understanding to the management of periodontal disease and return to practice with increased confidence. Assess dental implants, identify signs of failure and understand the implications of poor oral hygiene. Better engage patients so they take ownership of their periodontal and peri-implant health.