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Translating information into a diagnosis course for Dental Practitioners

Speciality
Oral Health
Location
Online
Delivery
Online
Time / Duration
30 minutes
Subject matter expert
eLearning for Healthcare
Provider
eIntegrity
Endorsed By
Faculty of Dental Surgery. elfh, NHS

As a dentist, you will need to make a thorough diagnosis from a variety of information sources. The aim of the diagnosis is to formulate an appropriate treatment plan for an individual.

Learning objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

  • describe the use of the surgical sieve
  • structure a radiographic report
  • classify dental caries
  • write a diagnosis for periodontal disease
  • identify the leading aetiology of tooth wear
  • classify diseases of endodontic origin
  • list the main categories of damaging occlusal forces
  • write a diagnosis of problems with fixed and removable prostheses

In some instances, the challenge is to diagnose a patient’s presenting problem, for example facial pain or oral lesions. In such cases, the surgical sieve is helpful in making a provisional diagnosis.

Programs this course belongs to
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

Before commencing this session you should:

  • complete the e-Den session 1 Patient assessment/The patient's profile/Special tests and baseline records

In addition, you should also have a basic knowledge and experience of:

  • taking a history
  • examining a patient
  • conducting special tests
  • identifying dental diseases
Instructors / Speakers
Andrew Shelley,
Dental Practitioner

BDS MFGDP(UK) DPDS MGDS RCSEd FFGDP(UK) FDS RCSEd Dip. Rest. Dent. RCS Eng.

Andrew graduated from Manchester in 1979 and is a general dental practitioner. He has held a number of teaching posts at the University of Manchester and the Faculty of General Dental Practice. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Type
Delivery
Title
Translating information into a diagnosis course for Dental Practitioners
Interest Areas / Topics Covered
Dental, -- DENTAL --
Location
Provider Type
Education Provider
Time / Duration
30 minutes
Location
Online
Posted By
eIntegrity Healthcare e-Learning
Reference
01_26
Access Duration (in months)
12
Price:
$19.00
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