New course for dental hygienists

Training provider Dentale has announced it will be holding a one-day course covering the Advances in Periodontology and Dental Implants for Hygienists and Therapists at its Shrewsbury clinic.

The course, which will be headed up by tutor Chaido Akrivopoulou DDS MClinDent (Lond), is aimed at both newly-qualified and experienced hygienists, and will look to offer delegates an evidence-based update regarding new periodontal techniques, as well as building confidence in treating patients with implants.

Offering five hours of verifiable CPD, the one-day programme will combine both lectures and practical sessions, and cover topics including periodontitis and peri-implantitis theory update, advanced surgical periodontal treatment and technologies, and the basics of implant aftercare advice. Participants will also get the opportunity to experiment with a range of ultrasonic devices and hand instruments, as well as discovering how to discuss patients’ everyday treatment needs, provide guidance regarding treatment options, and how to motivate patients to maintain good oral hygiene.