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Course Description

Dalhousie's Faculty of Dentistry is organizing a Continuing Education Day in St. John's, Newfoundland. It will take place on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Delta Hotels St. John's Hotel Conference Centre (Salons E and F).

We will be pleased to see you there!

Half day event: 3.0 CE Hours | Regular Fees: $290 Dentists; $150 ADHP | Early Bird Fees: $250 Dentists; $125 ADHP (Applicable till October 28, 2024)

We offer a 10% discount for a group registration of 5 to 10 participants from the same office and 15% for more than 10. Please contact cde.dentistry@dal.ca, if you wish to perform a group registration.

Afternoon Session 1: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Title: Recognizing and Addressing Non-Financial Barriers to Oral Healthcare for Vulnerable Populations
Instructor: Heather Doucette, DipDH, BSc, MEd
Method: Lecture

Afternoon Session 2: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Title: Classification of periodontal & peri-implant diseases & conditions - daily practice
Instructor: Dr. Zeeshan Sheikh, Dip.Dh, BDS, MSc, M.Perio, PhD, FRCDC, Dip-ABP
Method: Lecture & Hands-on

Notes

IMPORTANT, please read - Registration instructions
  • Please make your choice of only one session, as both sessions are offered from 1 pm to 4 pm.
  • Once you are ready to check out, you will be required to create a user profile.
  • During the user profile setup, you will be asked to enter your social insurance number (SIN). You are not required to enter your SIN for the purpose of this event. Please check the appropriate box to opt out.
  • If you have any questions email cde.dentistry@dal.ca. Visit the DentDays website for more details.
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Section Title
Recognize & address non-financial barriers to oral healthcare for vulnerable populations
Type
Class - Face-to-Face
Days
Friday
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Nov 22, 2024
Schedule and Location
Total Learning Hours
3.0
Location
  • Offsite Campus
Instruction Delivery Method(s)
Course Fee(s)
EB ADHP NL CE Day non-credit $125.00
EB DDS NL CE Day non-credit $250.00
Section Notes

The recent implementation of the Canadian Dental Care Plan is meant to provide financial support for specific individuals and populations who require oral healthcare. However, literature indicates there are many non-financial barriers to oral healthcare, especially for vulnerable populations, that contribute to poor oral health and oral health disparities. This course will explore how various structural and social determinants of health, such as language, gender, and culture, impact access to oral healthcare. Participants will gain knowledge that will allow them to recognize and develop strategies to overcome barriers to care, thereby increasing oral healthcare access and decreasing oral health disparities.

At the end of this course, participants will:
  • Recognize structural and social determinants of health.
  • Understand how structural and social determinants of health impact access to oral healthcare.
  • Develop strategies to minimize non-financial barriers to oral healthcare.
  • Increase their ability to provide culturally sensitive care to vulnerable populations.
Section Title
Classification of periodontal & peri-implant diseases & conditions - daily practice
Type
Class - Face-to-Face
Days
Friday
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Nov 22, 2024
Schedule and Location
Total Learning Hours
3.0
Location
  • Offsite Campus
Instruction Delivery Method(s)
Course Fee(s)
EB ADHP NL CE Day non-credit $125.00
EB DDS NL CE Day non-credit $250.00
Section Notes

A classification system for periodontal and peri-implant diseases and conditions is essential for dental clinicians to accurately diagnose and treat their patients. It is vital for dental professionals to thoroughly understand how to apply this new system to ensure precise diagnoses, which will directly inform effective treatment plans. Dr. Zeeshan Sheikh will break down and simplify the complexities of this classification system, helping course participants implement and apply the new protocol in their clinical practice to elevate their approach to periodontal care.

At the end of this course, participants will:
  • Gain a solid understanding of the 2017 World Workshop on the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions.
  • Develop a structured approach to applying this new classification system in the care of everyday patients.
  • Learn the methodology for evaluating new patients and diagnosing them based on the changes introduced in the updated classification system.
  • Practice applying the classification system to selected test cases during the course to identify any potential shortcomings and clarify any uncertainties.
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