Fluoride Varnish Application and Plaque Indices

Benefits

• One-day practical training day.
• Online tutorials.
• Printed booklet.
• Tutor support.
• Ten or more hours of Verifiable CPD.
• Certificate of Competence awarded upon successful completion.

Structure

• Online tutorials to complete one week before the one-day workshop.
• One-day workshop held from 09:00 am -17:00 pm at Adec, 329 Bracknell, Doncastle Road, Bracknell, RG12 8PE.
• Record of Competence Portfolio (ROC) to be completed in practice under supervision. Part of the record of competence is completed on the day.

Record of Competence Portfolio:

• Fluoride Varnish: You are expected to record ten log sheets, comprising five adults and five young adults and children. 
• Plaque Indices: You are expected to record ten log sheets, we do not specify the patient group.
• You have a maximum of six months to complete your ROC. Part of the record of competence is completed on the day.

The role of your supervisor:

• Your written record of competence should be completed under the supervision of a hygienist, therapist, dentist or trained registered dental nurse.
• They are expected to sign your portfolio and write comments on your progress.

Objectives

GDC Development Outcomes: A, B, C, D.

Learning Objectives

An Introduction to Oral Health Education

• Deliver basic oral hygiene and diet advice to parents and children.
• Demonstrate effective tooth-brushing techniques.
• Deliver basic tailored oral health instructions to children and young adults with orthodontic appliances.
• Define the main differences between gingivitis and periodontitis.
• Deliver basic smoking and alcohol cessation advice.
• Deliver basic oral health advice to adults, including specific advice for pregnant women.
• Provide denture care instructions to patients.
• Give advice to patients suffering with xerostomia.
• Adapt basic oral hygiene instructions for patients with special needs.
• Deliver advice to carers on assisted brushing.

Fluoride Varnish Application

• Confidently explain to a patient the process of caries and the possible outcomes of untreated caries.
• Have a good theoretical understanding of how fluoride helps prevent decay and be confident in explaining this to a patient.
• Be aware of supporting evidence in the use of systemic and topical fluoride in caries prevention and preventing dentine sensitivity.
• Have a good understanding of the contents of Introduction to Delivering Better Oral Health.
• Be able to explain to a patient the recommended doses of topical fluoride appropriate for the individual based on age/caries rate / influencing factors.
• Be able to demonstrate during a fluoride application appointment the ability to give supportive oral health advice regarding diet / oral hygiene regime appropriate to the patient being treated.
• Confidently explain the different topical fluoride preparations available, including varnishes/mouthwashes and toothpastes.
• Be able to confidently give advice to a patient about the appropriate product for them.
• Be able to identify any relevant medical history concerns that may prevent the use of a topical fluoride application.
• Be able to identify any contraindication to a topical fluoride application based on any systemic fluoride being taken (including being aware of local water supplies).
• Be aware of the consequences of fluoride toxicity.
• Know how to handle any form of overdose identified.
• Explain the information required in a referral/prescription from a dentist for application of a topical fluoride.
• Explain how informed consent would be obtained from a patient for the procedure (including explaining the different types of consent).
• Explain the process of fluoride application as a step-by-step guide, including any pre- and post-placement advice.
• Be confident in writing clinical notes of the appointment.
• Outline the concerns that patients may have regarding systemic and topical fluoride.
• Have an understanding of some of the clinical evidence against the use of fluoride.
• Be confident in how to manage a situation where a patient has refused consent and in how to offer possible advice on other products they may wish to use. Be able to identify any contraindications to such products.

Plaque Indices

• Confidently explain to a patient what dental plaque is.
• Confidently explain to a patient how plaque forms in the oral cavity. 
• Confidently explain to a patient the role of dental plaque in oral disease.
• Have a good understanding of what indices are.
• Be able to explain why we use dental plaque indices.
• Be aware of different plaque indices methods. 
• Be able to explain as a step-by-step guide the process of taking a dental plaque score (Plaque Control Score).
• Have a good understanding of how we can use plaque indices in practice as dental nurses.
• Be aware of any pre- / post- dental plaque indices advice to give the patient.
• Be able to confidently write up appointment notes. 

Tutors

Stephanie Carter RDT, RDH, DTLLS, TAQA

Registered Dental Hygienist and Therapist: 119601

Qualifications: Diploma Dental Hygiene and Therapy, National Certificate Dental Nursing, Diploma in Education and Training, Level 3 Award in Education and Training, Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, NEBDN Certificate Dental Radiography, ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership and Management, Smoking Cessation Counselling Levels 1 and 2, Young Counsellors Certificate

dates

Saturday 14 March 2020 - Adec, 329 Bracknell, Doncastle Road, Bracknell, RG12 8PE - Not available.

Discounts

Discounts must be requested before payment is made. We do not automatically apply discounts.

Please note that discounts are applied to the VAT-exclusive fee: £150.00.

Multiple applicant discounts

• Two applicants: 5% discount
• Three applicants: 10% discount
• Four or more applicants: 15% discount

Please apply by telephone or use the print application form here. DNN will send you an invoice.

Henry Schein customers

Henry Schein customers can claim an additional 10% off.

Please enrol by telephone and quote your Henry Schein account number or use the print application form here. DNN will send you an invoice.

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