The Ins and Outs of Special Needs & Geriatric Dentistry

Course Information

Poor oral hygiene and disease can be more prevalent in older adults patients or those with special needs. This interactive lecture and workshop continual professional development day will provide clinicians with the awareness and practical solutions to assess, improve and maintain the oral health needs of the older adult and or special needs patient. 1. The Special Needs Patient Overview 2. The Geriatric Patient 3. Communication with Medical and Allied Health professionals in Special Needs Dentistry 4. Considerations of patients with different disabilities 5. Case discussions integrated throughout the sessions