Critical Topics in Pediatric Dentistry

This course is designed to be an update of latest information for the general practitioner treating children. We will review basic techniques of pediatric dentistry, present a summary of the latest clinical research, and illustrate step-by-step methods for various procedures.

You will gain a greater understanding of:

• Child Management (non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic methods.)
• Pulp therapy procedures.
• Treatment of traumatized teeth.
• Use of fluoride supplements and topical fluoride.
• Space management.
• Treatment of dental emergencies in children.
• Child abuse and forensics.

This course will be a broad overview of typical areas of pediatric dentistry practice and will benefit those practitioners who treat children.