Practical Applications and Keeping Up-to-date in Dental Materials and Equipment

About This Course

Learn how to successfully apply dental materials and utilize equipment in practice with our comprehensive course. Emphasizing the importance of CPD and staying up-to-date with technological advancements.

Why Take This Course?

The “Practical Applications and Keeping Up-to-date in Dental Materials and Equipment” course addresses the common challenge of staying updated with technological advancements in dentistry. Dental professionals often face the challenge of choosing the right materials and equipment to use in practice while keeping up with new technologies. This course provides a guide to the selection and application of dental materials and equipment, including advanced techniques and performance evaluation. It also emphasizes the importance of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and staying updated with new technologies through reliable sources of information and participation in dental technology forums. By providing strategies for effective CPD and technology adoption, this course helps dental professionals overcome the challenge of staying current in their field.

The “Practical Applications and Keeping Up-to-date in Dental Materials and Equipment” course provides a comprehensive guide to the successful application of dental materials and effective utilization of dental equipment in practice. It covers topics such as dental materials selection, advanced application techniques, performance evaluation, optimal use and maintenance of dental equipment, CPD strategies, and staying updated with technological advancements in dentistry. It also includes case studies and exercises to stimulate critical thinking and aid in the creation of a personal CPD plan. This course is beneficial for dentists who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in dental materials and equipment, and stay updated with the latest technologies and advancements in dentistry.

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How This Course Supports GDC Enhanced Dental CPD

“Dental professionals have a duty to keep their knowledge and skills up to date. A primary qualification is only the first step in their education and development which should last throughout their professional life” General Dental Council

Learning Objectives	Anticipated Outcomes
1: By the end of this course, students will be confident in applying their knowledge of dental materials in real-world dental scenarios.	1: Upon completion of the course, students are expected to apply their knowledge and skills in their day-to-day practice, leading to improved dental services.
2: Upon completion, learners will have honed their skills to utilize dental equipment effectively and maintain it for optimal performance.	2: As a result of this course, learners will likely maintain their skill set and knowledge up-to-date, enhancing their professional development and career growth.
3: Students will demonstrate their commitment to continuing professional development and apply the strategies learned to stay updated in their field.	3: The course should lead to an increase in students’ ability to evaluate and adopt new advancements in dental materials and equipment.
4: By the final session, participants will have a deep understanding of how to keep pace with the technological advancements in dental materials and equipment.	4: In the wider context, the course aims to contribute to the overall quality of dental services by producing dental technicians who are skilled, current, and adaptable.
5: At the course’s conclusion, attendees will have developed a holistic view of applying theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios while continuously learning and adapting.	5: Following the course, the expectation is that students will engage in lifelong learning, ensuring their professional knowledge remains relevant and current.

Regulatory Standards

GDC	CQC
✅ A – Effective Communication ✅ B – Effective Management ✅ C – Maintenance in Field of Practice ✅ D – Maintenance in Patient Confidence	✅ Caring ✅ Effective ✅ Leadership ✅ Responsive ✅ Safe

🕐 60 minutes of Enhanced Dental CPD

Course Description

The “Practical Applications and Keeping Up-to-date in Dental Materials and Equipment” course provides a comprehensive guide to the successful application of dental materials and effective utilization of dental equipment in practice. The course begins with a recap of dental materials, their selection strategies, advanced application techniques, and performance evaluation after application. It also includes case studies focusing on the successful application of innovative dental materials. The course further details the optimal use of dental equipment, their maintenance practices to ensure long-term efficiency, and the implementation of new equipment in practice. It stimulates critical thinking through a thought experiment dealing with an equipment failure scenario. The importance of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in dentistry is emphasized, providing strategies for effective CPD and listing online resources specific to dental materials and equipment. There’s also guidance on attending conferences and workshops, with an exercise that aids in the creation of a personal CPD plan. The course stresses on the significance of staying updated with technological advancements in dentistry. It assists in identifying reliable sources of information, evaluates new technologies for adoption, and encourages participation in dental technology forums. The journey of a practice in adopting a new technology is further explored through a case study. The course concludes with a review of the practical applications and a recap of CPD strategies and technology adoption discussed throughout the course. Reflecting on translating knowledge into practice, the course ends with a note on the continuous journey of learning in dentistry.

Course Outline

Section 1

Section 1 of this course covers practical applications and keeping up-to-date in dental materials and equipment. It includes topics such as applying knowledge of dental materials in practice, effective utilization of dental equipment, continuing professional development, keeping up-to-date with technological advancements and a course summary.

Section 2

This section covers practical applications and keeping up-to-date in dental materials and equipment, including strategies for material selection, implementing advanced material application techniques, evaluating material performance, optimal equipment use, maintenance practices, and identifying reliable sources of information to keep up with technological advancements. It also emphasizes the importance of continuing professional development (CPD) and provides exercises and case studies to help create a personal CPD plan and reflect on the journey of learning in dentistry.

Section 3

Section 3 of this course covers the practical applications and ways to keep up-to-date with dental materials and equipment. Topics include strategies for material selection, advanced material application techniques, equipment use and maintenance, continuing professional development, staying updated with technological advancements, and creating a personal CPD plan. The section concludes with a summary of the course exercises and case studies, reflections on translating knowledge into practice, and final words on the continuous journey of learning in dentistry.

Section 4

Section 4 of the course covers the importance of staying updated with technological advancements in dentistry, identifying reliable sources of information, evaluating new technologies for adoption, participating in dental technology forums, and a case study of a practice’s journey to adopting a new technology.

Section 5

The fifth section of this course covers practical applications and keeping up-to-date in dental materials and equipment. It includes topics such as applying knowledge of dental materials in practice, effective utilization of dental equipment, continuing professional development, keeping up-to-date with technological advancements, and a course summary. The section covers strategies for material selection, optimal equipment use and maintenance, creating a personal CPD plan, identifying reliable sources of information, and evaluating new technologies for adoption. Through case studies, exercises, and reflections, the course emphasizes the importance of translating knowledge into practice and the continuous journey of learning in dentistry.

Course Reviews

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This course was extremely informative. I particularly enjoyed the case studies on innovative dental materials and the critical thinking exercise on equipment failure scenarios.

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✅ Had Positive Impact

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The course provided valuable insights on the maintenance of dental equipment and the implementation of new equipment in practice. The thought experiment on equipment failure scenarios was especially helpful in preparing for unexpected situations.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

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✅ Had Positive Impact

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The CPD strategies and technology adoption discussed in the course were very practical and useful. I appreciated the exercises on creating a personal CPD plan and identifying reliable sources of information for staying updated with technological advancements in dentistry.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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