Practical Team Working in Paediatric Dentistry (DWD24JUNE25)

AvailabilityOnly 7 places available  Add to basket
SubjectPaediatric dentistry
DescriptionA full day course for dental teams to be able to work efficiently managing a variety of situations occurring in paediatric dentistry. A hands-on element during the day will involve rubber dam placement and associated procedures. Clinicians and their dental nurse should attend together.
Additional information

Both clinician and dental nurse should be GDC registered.

A 50% discount will be applied for any Dentist and Dental Nurse from the same Team attending together on this course. If this applies to you, please contact the Dental Admin Team via england.dentaladmin.yh@nhs.net

VenueClinical Skills Lab 1b, Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds  View details
Date & timeTuesday 24 June 2025, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturersGrace Low & Vicki Stevens  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Nurse (£135.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£90.00pp discount), or Orthodontic Therapist (£90.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleHands-on course
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments and lunch
Development outcomeA, B, C, D
CPD hours6:00
Cost£180.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

The aim of this course is to support dental teams working in paediatric dentistry. It addresses managing trauma, behaviour management and chairside support, and prevention of difficult situations through workshop style delivery. The hands-on element considers effective ways for teams to successfully achieve tooth isolation and moisture control for paediatric patients.

Objectives
  • Describe how the dental team can efficiently manage paediatric dental trauma.
  • Explain techniques for behaviour management and chairside support with children and young people during stressful situations.
  • Recognise when difficult situations may arise and apply strategies to mitigate potential escalation.
  • Demonstrate when and how to isolate teeth using rubber dam, involving the team to ensure paediatric patients are treated safely and effectively.
Learning outcomes

Apply knowledge, understanding and skills to work as an efficient dental team to ensure paediatric patients receive safe and effective care.