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Management of Traumatic Injuries to Children's Teeth

COURSE NUMBER: 98

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

This course presents currently available knowledge of the latest techniques for treatment of dental injuries in children and adults based on the guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the International Association o...

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Overview

This course presents currently available knowledge of the latest techniques for treatment of dental injuries in children and adults based on the guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the International Association of Dental Traumatology.


It's a scenario played out daily. A child falls on the face resulting in a dento-facial injury. The family turns to their dental professional for treatment. The appropriateness of treatment can have a profound effect on the health and appearance of the patient's dentition many years into the future. In this course participants will learn the latest techniques based on the guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the [International Association of Dental Traumatology](International Association of Dental Traumatology) for treatment of dental injuries in children and adults.

  • Intended Audience:

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

  • Date Course Online:

    Aug 30, 2007

  • Last Revision Date:

    Jan 17, 2017

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Jan 16, 2020

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

Learning Objectives

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


  • Identify predisposing factors for traumatic dento-facial injuries.    
    
  • Conduct a comprehensive historical review, clinical and radiographic examination of traumatic injuries.    
    
  • Effectively treat traumatic injuries to primary and permanent teeth.    
    
  • Provide long-term follow up care.    
    
  • Counsel patients and parents on prevention of traumatic injuries.
    

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

  • Dr. Schwartz is a member of the dentalcare.com Advisory Board.

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