Are you a dental professional aiming to deepen your knowledge of giant cell arteritis (GCA) and its relevance in dentistry, particularly in differentiating it from other conditions with similar presentations? This course is the ideal learning opportunity for you.
GCA, also known as Temporal Arteritis, is a form of vascular inflammation that affects cranial arteries and can present with various symptoms such as severe headaches, jaw claudication, and vision loss. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent irreversible complications. Dental professionals play a very important role in identifying GCA symptoms in patients and initiating timely referrals.
Our course on GCA and dentistry emphasises the importance of distinguishing GCA from conditions like temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD), atypical facial pain (AFP), trigeminal neuralgia (TGN), sinusitis, and headaches.
The course offers dental professionals a comprehensive understanding of GCA, its clinical presentation, diagnosis, management, and impact on dental care.
By participating in this course, dental professionals will acquire essential knowledge and skills to effectively diagnose and differentiate GCA from other similar conditions and manage patients accordingly.
Enhance your ability to recognise GCA symptoms, consider differential diagnoses, and provide appropriate care for patients with GCA. Don't miss this opportunity – sign up today for immediate access!
Your Professional Development Plan: Regulatory authorities recommend that CPD/CE is undertaken based on learning needs that you have identified and entered into your PDP. Some authorities may not accept your CPD as verifiable unless it has been identified in the PDP before you undertake it.
Here is an example, using the GDC's recommended format, for a PDP entry for this course.
PDP Learning or Maintenance need
Understanding Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) in Dentistry
How does this relate to my field of practice?
As a dental professional, recognising and managing GCA symptoms is very important for patient safety and effective treatment.
Which GDC development outcome(s) does it link to?
C
What benefit will this have to my work?
Enhancing my knowledge and skills in identifying and managing GCA in dental settings will allow me to:
Recognise symptoms like jaw claudication and facial pain, very important for early GCA detection.
Differentiate GCA from other causes of facial pain, improving diagnostic accuracy.
Coordinate effectively with medical specialists for comprehensive patient care.
Understand and manage the dental implications of GCA treatments like corticosteroids.
Educate patients with GCA on oral hygiene and the importance of regular dental check-ups.
How will I meet this learning or maintenance need?
Complete the Dentaljuce module on 'Giant Cell Arteritis and Dentistry', participate in case discussions, and attend workshops on interdisciplinary collaboration for managing GCA in dental patients.
When will I complete this by?
2025
PDP Learning or Maintenance need
GCA in Dentistry
How does this relate to my field of practice?
Essential for patient care and treatment effectiveness.
Which GDC development outcome(s) does it link to?
C
What benefit will this have to my work?
Improved recognition of GCA symptoms, accurate diagnosis, and effective patient referral.,Better management of dental care for patients undergoing GCA treatment.
How will I meet this learning or maintenance need?
Study the Dentaljuce 'Giant Cell Arteritis and Dentistry' module and engage in professional development activities related to GCA.
When will I complete this by?
2025
Giant Cell Arteritis and Dentistry
This online learning course has clear and concise aims, objectives and anticipated outcomes, listed below. These will appear on the Dentaljuce Enhanced CPD Certificate, along with the time spent, dates, and detailed topics you studied within the module. Certificates can be printed at any time, covering any range of dates. Dentaljuce CPD complies with the UK GDC's requirements for enhanced verifiable continuing professional development.
Aim:
The aim of the learning and teaching materials in this Dentaljuce module is to provide dental professionals with a comprehensive understanding of giant cell arteritis (GCA), its clinical presentation, diagnosis, management, and implications for dental care.
Objective:
Enhance knowledge of the pathophysiology, clinical features, and diagnostic criteria of GCA.
Equip dental professionals with strategies for the appropriate management of dental care in patients with GCA and promote interdisciplinary collaboration
Anticipated learning outcomes:
The learner will:
Recognise the signs and symptoms of GCA that may present in a dental setting, such as jaw claudication, headache, scalp tenderness, and facial pain.
Understand the importance of considering GCA in the differential diagnosis of facial pain and headache, and be aware of other relevant differential diagnoses.
Identify the appropriate steps for referring a patient with suspected GCA to the relevant medical specialist for further evaluation and management.
Understand the implications of GCA treatment, such as corticosteroid therapy, on dental care and apply strategies to minimise the risk of complications, including infection and osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Develop effective communication skills to educate patients with GCA about the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene, attending regular dental check-ups, and promptly reporting any new or worsening oral symptoms.
GDC Outcomes: C
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Aim
The aim of the learning and teaching materials in this Dentaljuce module is to provide dental professionals with a comprehensive understanding of giant cell arteritis (GCA), its clinical presentation, diagnosis, management, and implications for dental care.
Course objective
Enhance knowledge of the pathophysiology, clinical features, and diagnostic criteria of GCA.
Equip dental professionals with strategies for the appropriate management of dental care in patients with GCA and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
Anticipated learning outcomes:
The learner will:
Recognise the signs and symptoms of GCA that may present in a dental setting, such as jaw claudication, headache, scalp tenderness, and facial pain.
Understand the importance of considering GCA in the differential diagnosis of facial pain and headache, and be aware of other relevant differential diagnoses.
Identify the appropriate steps for referring a patient with suspected GCA to the relevant medical specialist for further evaluation and management.
Understand the implications of GCA treatment, such as corticosteroid therapy, on dental care and apply strategies to minimise the risk of complications, including infection and osteonecrosis of the jaw.
Develop effective communication skills to educate patients with GCA about the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene, attending regular dental check-ups, and promptly reporting any new or worsening oral symptoms.
GDC Development Outcomes
This CPD will support the learner in meeting the following GDC Development Outcome(s): C.
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