INTRODUCTION TO NHS DENTISTRY
Course Details
- Price: Starting from £200
- Date: To be confirmed (online session)
- Timings: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Target Audience: Designed for dentists and Dental Care Professionals (DCPs) who are new to practice.
Attendance Requirement: Essential for those starting out in NHS dentistry, providing foundational understanding of the NHS system before beginning practice.
Course Objectives:
Introduction to NHS Dentistry: A comprehensive overview of NHS dentistry, outlining the expectations and responsibilities of NHS dentists. The session will cover strategies for effectively managing NHS patients and setting realistic expectations for treatment and care.
E-Portfolio Guidance: Detailed guidance on the electronic portfolio, covering each section thoroughly. Participants will learn how to organise, manage, and complete their portfolio entries effectively.
Confidence in Patient Communication: Practical techniques to build delegates’ confidence in communicating with patients. This includes enhancing both verbal and non-verbal communication skills to improve patient interactions.
Understanding NHS Treatment Bands: Clear explanations of all NHS treatment bands, including specific requirements for each band, helping participants navigate NHS treatment protocols with ease.
Maximising UDA Potential: Tips and strategies on how to increase your Units of Dental Activity (UDA) and boost productivity.
Key Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Have a thorough understanding of NHS dentistry fundamentals.
- Feel more confident when interacting with patients, using improved communication skills.
- Gain insight into verbal and non-verbal communication strategies.
- Develop skills in presenting treatment options and transitioning patients from NHS to private care where appropriate.
DENTAL HYGIENIST AND THERAPIST ONLINE COURSE
- Price: Starting from £250
- Date: To be confirmed (online session)
- Timings: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Who Should Attend This Course?
This course is designed for:
- Dental Hygienists
- Dental Therapists
- Overseas Dental Professionals seeking General Dental Council (GDC) registration
- Dental Care Professionals (DCPs) who need recommendations for GDC registration
- Newly qualified dentists beginning their practice
Course Aims and Objectives
The course is focused on helping you refresh essential skills, broaden your understanding, and guide your ongoing professional development. Specifically, it aims to:
- Reinforce your knowledge of your professional scope and responsibilities as a DCP.
- Highlight key considerations that are essential for effective daily practice.
- Explore the concept of direct patient access and its implications.
- Update you on the latest industry guidelines.
- Provide strategies for effective patient interaction and efficient time management.
IMPLANT MAINTENANCE
- Price: Starting from £60.00
- Date: To be confirmed
- Timings: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Online
Learning Objectives:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of what a dental implant is and its function.
- Identify and distinguish between healthy dental implants and those affected by disease.
- Learn effective techniques and best practices for maintaining the health of dental implants.
- Explore methods and approaches for diagnosing and treating diseases related to dental implants.
2-Day Dental Hygienist Course
- Price: Starting from £795
- Course Duration: 2 days
- Dates: To be confirmed (Online & In-person)
- Timings: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: London (TBC)
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
• Dental Hygienists
• Dental Therapists
• Overseas dental professionals seeking GDC registration
• Dental Care Professionals (DCP) applying for GDC recommendations
• Newly qualified dentists entering practice
Course Objectives:
This comprehensive course is structured to refresh your clinical skills and support your ongoing professional development. Participants will:
• Gain a thorough understanding of their scope of practice as a Dental Care Professional (DCP)
• Learn essential tips for optimising daily practice efficiency
• Understand the latest guidance on direct access
• Review updated industry guidelines
• Enhance patient and time management skills
• Explore relevant dental software
• Receive hands-on clinical training
Hands-On Training Includes:
• Manual scaling with hand scalers
• Ultrasonic scaling techniques
• Prescription of local anaesthesia (LA)
• Application of fissure sealants
• Placement of temporary dressings
• Re-cementing crowns
4-Day Dental Therapist Course
- Price: Starting from £1600
- Course Duration: 4 days
- Dates: To be confirmed 1 day (Online) & 3 days (In-person)
- Timings: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: London (TBC)
Who is This Course Designed For?
- Dental Therapists seeking to update and refine their clinical skills.
- Internationally Trained Dental Professionals who are preparing for the General Dental Council (GDC) registration in the UK.
- Dental Care Professionals (DCP) aiming to meet GDC recommendations or seeking further professional credentials.
Learning Objectives and Goals
This course is structured to refresh core clinical skills, enhance understanding of professional responsibilities, and guide participants in planning their ongoing professional growth. Specific learning objectives include:
- Understand the Scope of Practice for DCPs, with an emphasis on understanding roles and responsibilities within a clinical setting.
- Gain Insight into Key Aspects of Daily Practice essential for effective and efficient patient care, covering topics such as:
- Direct Patient Access protocols
- Accurate Clinical Notes documentation
- Current Practice Guidelines and standards
- Effective Patient and Time Management
- Implant Care and Maintenance
- Utilising Dental Software to streamline practice
- Engage in Practical Training to enhance clinical competency in key areas.
Hands-On Clinical Training
Participants will receive in-depth, practical experience with the following clinical procedures:
- Instrument Skills: Proper use of hand scalers and ultrasonic scalers
- Local Anaesthesia: Prescription and administration techniques
- Temporary Procedures: Placement of temporary dressings and re-cementing crowns
- Restorative Dentistry:
- Amalgam restorations
- Anterior and posterior composite restorations
- Glass ionomer restorations
- Pediatric Dentistry:
- Pulpotomies
- Placement of preformed crowns on primary teeth
- Extractions of primary teeth
- Posterior composites
- Cosmetic Procedures: Fabrication of trays for tooth whitening
- Risk Management and Compliance:
- Essentials of dental litigation
- Radiography in detail, including interpretation and best practices
- Preventive Techniques: Application of fissure sealants
- Supportive Skills:
- Suture removal
- Rubber dam application for isolation during procedures
This course provides a robust combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills to enhance clinical effectiveness and support career advancement in dentistry.
