Silver Diamine Fluoride Application for Dental Patients
About This Course
This comprehensive course provides an in-depth exploration of SDF and its transformative role in modern dentistry. Designed for Oral Health Therapists (OHTs) and interested Dental Care Practitioners (DCPs), the course covers the scientific foundations, clinical applications, and practical considerations of using SDF to manage dental caries and dentinal hypersensitivity.
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the chemical properties and mechanisms of action of SDF, supported by current research and clinical guidelines. The course will highlight the advantages of SDF as a minimally invasive, cost-effective, and patient-friendly treatment option.
Through interactive lectures, case studies, and hands-on demonstrations, participants will learn to identify suitable cases for SDF treatment, apply the material effectively, and communicate its benefits and limitations to patients and caregivers. The course also addresses practical aspects of integrating SDF into comprehensive treatment plans.
Participants will be provided with the necessary reading materials and instructional videos ahead of the scheduled sessions. This advance distribution will ensure that all participants have ample time to review and familiarize themselves with the content, thereby facilitating a more productive and engaging learning experience during the sessions.
By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to confidently incorporate SDF into their practice, improving patient outcomes and enhancing their approach to caries management.
What You'll Learn
1. Explain the chemical composition and mechanism of action of SDF.
2. Assess patient cases and determine the suitability of SDF treatment.
3. Recognize indications and contraindications for SDF.
4. Incorporate SDF into treatment plans and communicate its benefits and limitations.
5. Demonstrate proper clinical protocols for SDF application and ensure patient comfort.
6. Monitor and manage follow-up care for SDF treatment.
Entry Requirements
• Division 1 dentists who are registered with the Singapore Dental Council (SDC)
• Part I or II OHTs who are registered with the SDC. The OHT participant seeking CoC must be currently employed in a dental practice with an identified Division 1 dentist who can carry out supervision of the OHT for 2 cases of SDF application by the OHT.
• Dental Care Practitioners (Dental Assistants who are admitted to the course will not be issued with a CoC to apply SDF for patients. CoC attainment is only applicable to OHTs.)