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Fear
Is Not an Option - Behavioural Management in Dental Practice |
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This distance learning
course discusses dental anxieties and phobias in terms of their
aetiology, prevention and management. It considers common problems,
and is designed to assist the whole dental team in the successful
management of patients who are fearful of dental care. Whilst intended
primarily for private study, it is also be a valuable resource for
group discussion.
It is comprised of
a detailed reference section, complemented by video
case studies and a quiz to test subject knowledge. Narration,
text, pictures, graphics and video are all used to convey information
in an interactive multimedia environment. It may be explored in
a variety of ways to suit different learning styles.
Links to the web site
are provided for updates and related information. Registered users
may join the CPD email forum to discuss topics raised by the program
with others, extending its value as a continuing professional development
resource.
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experts:
Dr
Paul A. Brunton (Lecturer/ Honorary
Senior Registrar in Restorative Dentistry University Dental Hospital
of Manchester).
Dr
Margaret A. Wilson (Consultant/ Honorary
Senior Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry, University Dental Hospital
of Manchester). Specializes in treatment of dental phobic patients
and those with special needs.
Dr John Kincey (Director
of Clinical Psychology, Central Manchester Healthcare NHS Trust)
Specializes in the treatment of patients who have dental phobias.
Dr. M. Ahluwalia
(Senior Registrar, Department of Paediatric Dentistry, GKT Dental
Institute).
Dr S. Johnstone (Lecturer, Department
of Paediatric Dentistry, GKT Dental Institute; Trust Specialist
in Paediatric Dentistry, Soho Dental Care, Parkside Health Authority).
Program authoring:
Dr APS Gould BSc. BDS
LDSRCS AKC.
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Upon completion of the program you should be confident
in:
- facilitating treatment strategies for solving
clinical behavioural problems
- encouraging a team approach towards patient-centred
care
- reducing and allaying patients fears
- performing simple behavioural management
techniques
- performing non-pharmacological behavioural
management techniques
- determining which patients should be referred
for specialist advice or treatment
- and be familiar with pharmacological behavioural
management techniques.
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The program contains four modules:
Reference module- main section titles
- What is fear?
- The development of fear
- Development of the normal child
- Special Needs patients
- Treatment planning
- Management strategies (non-pharmacological,
pharmacological and alternative techniques)
- Role of auxiliary staff
- Pain-free local anaesthesia
- Management of emergencies
- Management of other specific problems
- References
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You
will require:
- A standard
IBM compatible PC system with a CD-ROM and sound card
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Windows 9x, NT4, 2000 or XP operating systems.
- 640 x 480 display resolution in True or High
Colour (24 or 16 bit).
NB:
- The
program may be installed entirely on the hard disk, partly on
the hard disk leaving the media on the CD-ROM, or operated entirely
from the CD-ROM.
- If
no sound card is installed the narration and video are disabled.
- For
smooth playback of video, a Pentium processor with MMX facilities
and an 8x CD-ROM drive are required. Please note that PC specifications
vary, and this is only a guide.
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The
course costs £51.06 + VAT (6 hours of verifiable CPD). This
may be ordered online via our online store or by telephone.
Online Here
The Dental Channel Limited
FREEPOST LON15979
London SE22 9BR
Tel: +44 (0)845 644 6842
Fax: +44 (0)870 360 9742
Payment is accepted by Mastercard,
VISA, Switch, cheque, or bankers order. If ordering by credit card,
please specify your card number and expiry date. If paying by Switch
please also specify the issue number.
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"This is an excellent disk, beautifully compiled!"
"The video aspect demonstrated the treatment suggestions in
real-life scenarios - excellent!"
"It's generally well laid out and there is a lot of good information
provided with some interesting footage, I felt it is a valuable
aid for my staff."
"It takes less effort and is more enjoyable than just reading.
It is more accessible and convenient than lectures or courses. The
interaction makes it better than just a video."
"Ease of use, uncluttered, systematic and up-to-date."
"Ease of access for all staff; saves repetition by self."
"Ideal for staff training."
"An excellent aid for new dentists / internal audit / creating
a precise policy."
"It highlights precisely issues in a subject that is otherwise
dry."
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