NEW! REFRESH AND REFINE

A novel BSDHT course providing dental hygienists and dental therapists with the tools and confidence work to their full scope practice

BSDHT is proud to announce something new for members! In part prompted by the recent NHS contract amendments, we want to help you to ‘Refresh and Refine’ your skills by offering a brand-new educational opportunity, open to both dental hygienists and dental therapists

The BSDHT executive team has consulted with our council team members and have analysed feedback from the regional group study days - thank you all for your comments and ideas! This has shaped the design and content of the course

A new educational opportunity

A new course made up of blended learning has been formulated: online education for the theoretical background knowledge initially, then you are invited to join face to face with our experienced educators to help you apply and refine those refreshed skills in a hands-on practical session Both components must be successfully completed in order to obtain your CPD allocation. We will cover what you will need to include as part of a direct access oral health assessment, and also personalised oral care planning.

At the hands-on session, a detailed how-to guide will address: fissure sealants and fluoride application; rubber dam and matrix systems; alginate impression taking; recementing a crown with a temporary cement; temporary dressing in a posterior tooth. Finally, for the dental therapists delegates specifically, you will also learn how to achieve excellent results with an anterior composite restoration.

Whether you are a dental hygienist, a dental therapist or dually qualified, there is something for everyone!

Small numbers of bespoke groups will enable you to get the best results out of your time, and will cover the common expectations and challenges of daily life in general practice There are 5 stations to choose from and you will have the chance to undertake 4 of the 5.

Part 1 – Online (date to be confirmed, but will an evening or Saturday morning)

Part 2 – In person, hands-on event. Choose one date/venue to suit, either: a) Dentistry Scotland Show Saturday 3rd June – Edinburgh ICC b) South West Dentistry Show Saturday 1st July – Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol

NB – you will have to attend both online and at one event in person to qualify for CPD. AS PLACES ARE LIMITED IN NUMBER, PLEASE ONLY BOOK IF YOU CAN COMMIT TO ATTENDING.

Cost:£109

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