NOTE: This is a livestreamed event scheduled for April 12, 2024. It is not included with the ADA CE Online subscription.

Date: April 12, 2024
Time: 8 a.m.–3:45 p.m. Central

In this comprehensive course, you will develop new strategies for providing exceptional dental care for older adults, special needs patients and individuals with dementia. Our panel of instructors will do a deep dive into best practices for dental care in long-term care facilities and how to navigate the ethical and legal landscape of geriatric dental care. You will come to recognize the unique needs and preferences of these special populations and acquire the skills to create patient-centered care plans that cater to their individual requirements. Gain confidence in handling challenging behaviors during dental care for dementia patients and explore innovative dementia-friendly office designs and updated care approaches.

Course objectives

Assess best practices for dental care in long-term care facilities
Formulate ethical and legal decision-making strategies for geriatric dental care
Recognize the unique needs and preferences of older adults and special needs dental patients
Create patient-centered care plans for older adults and individuals with special needs
Implement strategies for handling challenging behaviors during dental care for dementia patients
Investigate dementia-friendly office design and updated care approaches

Recommended for: Dentists, Dental Team, Office Staff