This one-day hands-on course will introduce you to the symptoms of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and both surgical and non-surgical treatment options for patients. This course will cover: symptoms and clinical manifestation of the TMD patient function and physiology of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) causes of, and various conditions which lead to, TMD the diagnosis pathway and required diagnostic examinations management of the acute TMD symptoms occlusal complications TMD occlusal complications to the restorative treatment splints fabrication, including Michigan splints, which patients need splints, what is sent to the laboratory, how to fit the splint The possible treatment options covered in the course are: prescribed medications and complimentary therapies surgical treatment: how is the general dental practitioner (GDP) involved? When should you refer and to whom? splints and Michigan splint fabrication, both traditional and digital This course is run by the UCL Eastman Dental Institute in London which has a broad range of continuing professional development (CPD) short courses. These provide hands-on training from experienced staff in dedicated facilities. Learning outcomes By the end of the course you should be able to: diagnose and help treat the acute symptoms of the TMD patient fabricate and fit a Michigan Splint Who this course is for The course is aimed at dentists at any stage of their career. You may be: an established dentist wanting to refresh your knowledge and skills in new techniques a young dentist wanting to build your abilities You must hold an approved dental qualification. CPD points and certificate The course will give you 6.5 hours of verifiable CPD. You'll also get a certificate of attendance.

Tel: +44 (0)20 8016 7600

Website: ucl.ac.uk/short-courses/search-courses/managing-temporomandibular-disorders-tmd-general-dentistry

Sponsor: UCL