Course Details

• This course takes an in-depth look at the assessment and diagnosis of periodontal disease, covering key aspects of history taking and providing a detailed discussion on the latest risk factors relevant to the aetiology of periodontitis. The updated periodontal classification system shall be discussed.
• You will be presented with a short presentation followed by an assessment.
• If you achieve a score of 80% or more, you pass the course and will receive a certificate to place in your CPD folder. If you do not pass, you will have the opportunity to review the content and retake the assessment when you feel confident to do so. 

Aims

 This course aims to provide learners with an overview and update on periodontal assessment and diagnosis.

Objectives

During this course learners will be able to:

• Understand key risk factors relevant in periodontitis.
• Highlight top tips on assessment including probing comfortably.
• Explain the updated classification system and how to apply this in practice.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course the learner will gain an understanding of:

• The key risk factors relevant in periodontitis.
• Top tips on assessment including probing comfortably.
• The updated classification system and how to apply this in practice.

GDC Development Outcomes

C

Topics covered