Navigating dento-legal challenges in periodontal care

This is half-day, face-to-face course taking place in Canary Wharf, London.

Synopsis

This course examines some of the common dento-legal difficulties that can arise when treating periodontal issues - and how to avoid them.

Aims

• To give an overview of the various issues dental professionals can face when caring for people with periodontal disease.
• To discuss the methods and approaches available for avoiding these issues before they occur, and how best to manage them when they do.

Objectives

• To understand the importance of communicating effectively with patients.
• To appreciate the importance of obtaining consent when managing patients with periodontal disease.
• To understand the need for a detailed history.

It is anticipated that this will help meet GDC learning development outcomes A, C and D.

Who should attend?

• Dentists
• Dental care professionals
• Dental training grades

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