Infectious Diseases: Dental Implications

Welcome to our course on the dental implications of Infectious Diseases like Hepatitis B and C, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Tuberculosis, and COVID-19. Understanding the relationship between infectious diseases and oral health is very important for dental professionals in order to provide safe and effective care. With the increasing prevalence of these diseases and updated infection control guidelines, staying informed is more important than ever.

This course covers the intricate relationship between infectious diseases and oral health, offering updated knowledge and practices to enhance patient care and safety. It looks into the impacts of various infectious diseases on dental treatment and the necessary precautions for infection control.

This course is specifically designed for dentists, dental professionals and students to gain comprehensive knowledge and skills necessary for managing oral health in patients with infectious diseases. It is aligned with the latest guidelines from the General Dental Council.

The course focuses on risk assessment, infection control, and patient management strategies, providing detailed insights into each aspect.

We look into how infectious diseases manifest in the oral cavity, the adjustments required in dental treatment plans, and effective communication strategies to educate patients.

By the end of this course, participants will have enhanced their understanding of the impact of infectious diseases on oral health, be proficient in applying updated infection control guidelines, and be well-prepared to educate and collaborate with patients and healthcare providers for integrated care.

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This course is specifically designed to meet General Dental Council PfP requirement 1.1.4: "The registrant will be able to identify general and systemic disease and explain their relevance to oral health and their impact on clinical treatment".

Aim:
Equip dental professionals with the knowledge and skills to manage oral health for patients with infectious diseases, adhering to updated infection control guidelines.

Course Objective:

Enhance understanding of how infectious diseases affect oral health and dental treatment, focusing on risk assessment, infection control, and patient management.

Anticipated learning outcomes:

understand the impact of infectious diseases on oral health and dental care.
apply updated infection control guidelines with a focus on risk assessment and standard precautions.
identify oral manifestations of infectious diseases and adjust dental treatment plans accordingly.
educate patients on maintaining oral health while managing their infectious disease.
collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure integrated care for patients with infectious diseases.

GDC Development Outcomes
This CPD will support the learner in meeting the following GDC Development Outcome(s): C.

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