BSPD Lecture: Is silver the new black? Silver diamine fluoride for children and young people. (CPD21APR21b)

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SubjectPaediatric dentistry
DescriptionLaura is the ideal person to provide this lecture on SDF due to her extensive knowledge and expereince with this technique. She was recently awarded a research grant from the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry to involve children in SDF research and to explore the acceptability of SDF. She has produced guidance documents with the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry about the use of SDF for children and has also published in Dental Update and Community Dental Health Journal on the use of SDF in children.
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VenuePlatform tbc, - Virtual  View details
Date & timeWednesday 21 April 2021, 19:00 to 20:30
LecturersDr Rachael Nichol & Laura Timms  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Hygienist, or Dental Nurse, or Dental Therapist, or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryEvening lecture
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeA, C
CPD hours1:30
Cost£10.00
Aims

To appreciate how silver diamine fluoride can be used for children and young people.

Objectives
  • Know the mechanism of action of silver diamine fluoride
  • Know the indications for using silver diamine fluoride for children and young people
  • Be aware of the clinical technique for silver diamine fluoride application
Learning outcomes
  • Understand the mechanism of action of silver diamine fluoride
  • Know when and how to use silver diamine fluoride for children and young people