Clinical Encounters in Pediatric Dentistry
COURSE NUMBER: 352
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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This course is designed teach the recognition and management of a variety of dento/orofacial conditions and problems commonly found in pediatric patients from infancy to adolescence.
The pediatric dental patient presents to the dentist a v...
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Overview
This course is designed teach the recognition and management of a variety of dento/orofacial conditions and problems commonly found in pediatric patients from infancy to adolescence.
The pediatric dental patient presents to the dentist a variety of clinical encounters not seen in adults. Recognition and management of these conditions may require that the dentist provide actual treatment to the patient or just reassurance to the parent. This course will discuss a variety of dento/orofacial conditions commonly found in pediatric patients and their management from infancy to adolescence. The topics covered in this course are:
- Soft tissue pathology
- Hard tissue pathology
- Dental developmental problems
- Teething
- Nursing caries
- Habits
- Eruption problems
- Space maintenance
Intended Audience:
Dental Assistants, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists, Dental Assistant Students
Date Course Online:
Mar 31, 2010
Last Revision Date:
Nov 21, 2016
Course Expiration Date:
Nov 20, 2019
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to recognize and discuss:
Cysts, viral, ulcerative, fungal and bacterial lesions.Enamel stains and defects.Geminated, fused and supernumerary teeth.Teething problems.The etiology and treatment of early childhood caries.Consequences and elimination of oral habits.Neonatal, over-retained teeth, ectopic eruption, missing teeth.Consequences of early tooth loss and space maintenance.
Disclaimers
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy. Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
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