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Forensic Dentistry

COURSE NUMBER: 401

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

This continuing education course will provide an overview of forensic dentistry history, various identification methods utilized and how dental professionals can become involved.


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Overview

This continuing education course will provide an overview of forensic dentistry history, various identification methods utilized and how dental professionals can become involved.


Forensic dentistry provides scientific methods to assist in identification of victims related to crime or accident. To assist with forensic dentistry, dental professionals need to be aware of the importance of keeping accurate, current, detailed and legible dental records for the use of identification. The subsequent information will provide an overview of forensic dentistry history, various identification methods utilized and how dental professionals can become involved.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dental Assistants, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists, Dental Assistant Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Sep 6, 2012

  • Last Revision Date:

    Sep 30, 2015

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Sep 29, 2018

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Discuss forensic dentistry history.    
    
  • Recognize and describe identification methods utilized in forensic dentistry.    
    
  • Explain what constitutes a mass fatality and be aware of federal, regional, and state response teams.    
    
  • Discuss the various training requirements and opportunities in forensic dentistry.    
    
  • Describe various ways for the dental professional to become involved in forensic dentistry.
    

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.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

- The author reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course.

Submission Information

Recognition

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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