Translating information into a diagnosis course for Dental Practitioners



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.

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
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.

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