Course Details

• This course takes an in-depth look at how to effectively monitor the developing dentition and triage patients for orthodontic problems. It discusses the optimal timing and provider setting for an orthodontic referral.
• You will be presented with a short presentation followed by an assessment.
• If you achieve 80% or more, you pass the course and will receive a printable 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.

Aims

This course aims to provide learners with the knowledge and understand of how to effectively monitor the developing dentition and triage patients for orthodontic problems. It discusses the optimal timing and provider setting for an orthodontic referral.

Objectives

 During this course learners will be able to:

• Identify which patients will benefit from orthodontic treatment on health grounds and the thresholds for treatment within the NHS.
• Explain the key features to monitor during the developing dentition.
• Explain when the optimal time is to refer patients and which patients may benefit from interceptive care.
• Understand the key features of the NHS orthodontic care pathway and common referral mechanisms.
• Understand the differences between primary and secondary care provider settings and the ideal service provider to refer to.

Learning Outcomes

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

• How to effectively monitor the developing dentition and triage patients for orthodontic problems and understand the optimal timing and provider setting for an orthodontic referral.

GDC Development Outcomes

A,B,D

Topics covered