Advancements in Geriatric Care (April 12 Live Webinar)
NOTE: This is a live webinar 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
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