OVERVIEW
To deliver optimal patient care, pain management is an essential component
of periodontal therapy procedures. Supported by science, this course
will provide the dental professional with the information necessary
to make an anesthetic choice based on each patient’s needs. This
course will include information on a new, non-injectable local anesthetic
for scaling and/or root planing.
OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
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Discuss the development of local anesthetics in dentistry
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Explain the neurophysiology of pain conduction
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Identify methods to manage the perception of pain
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Describe the anatomy of dental innervation
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Explain the action of local anesthetic drugs on pain conduction
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Discuss the physiological effects of vasoconstriction
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Categorize local anesthetic drugs according to type and duration of
action
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Identify the benefits and limitations of a new non-injectable anesthetic
option
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Conduct a needs assessment to determine appropriate anesthetic option
for each patient
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Accurately document the administration of local anesthesia in treatment
records
PRESENTER
RENEE' C. GRAHAM, R.D.H., ME.d., received her dental hygiene degree
from Darton College and both a Bachelor of Science in Education and
a Master of Education degree from Valdosta State University. Renee’ brings
19 years of clinical experience in general and periodontal practices
and 11 years of academic experience to the Division. For the past ten
years, she has held the position of Director of Dental Programs at
Valdosta Technical College in Valdosta, Georgia.
TIME
Check-in & Breakfast: D.S. Cafeteria, 8:00 AM
Program: Friday, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
LOCATION
The University of Texas Health Science Center
at San Antonio, Dental School
TUITION
Individual: $149.50
CREDIT (Course Code: 124687A)
AGD Code: 132 Hours: 3
The Dental School thanks DENTSPLY Professional/Pharmaceutical
for their educational grant in support of this continuing education
program.
SPECIAL FEE OFFER
Register for the morning program and receive a 30% discount on the
afternoon Texas Brief. Lunch is included for the participants attending
both sessions. |
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