Brief Introduction
Discover the danger posed by antibiotic resistance, and how dental teams can meet the challenge to protect patients.Course Summary
This course aims to provide dentists with the knowledge and skills to tackle antibiotic resistance in their practice. It covers the appropriate use of antibiotics, infection prevention and control, and communication with patients.Key Learning Points
- Understand the problem of antibiotic resistance and the role of dentists in addressing it
- Learn about appropriate use of antibiotics in dentistry
- Develop skills in infection prevention and control in dental practice
Related Topics for further study
- Antibiotic resistance
- Infection prevention
- Appropriate use of antibiotics
- Patient communication
- Dental practice
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the problem of antibiotic resistance and the role of dentists in addressing it
- Learn about appropriate use of antibiotics in dentistry
- Develop skills in infection prevention and control in dental practice
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of dentistry
- Access to a computer and the internet
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
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- Introduction to Dental Medicine
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Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dean, School of Dentistry, University of Pennsylvania
- Dean Emeritus, School of Dentistry, University of Southern California
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is for members of the dental team (clinical and non-clinical) and other healthcare professionals who deal with patients presenting with toothache/abscess.
Knowledge
- Awareness about why and how antibiotic-resistant infections are your problemMotivating change by sharing examples of antibiotic stewardship, infection prevention and control, and awareness-raising from around the worldCreating a framework to help you devise ways you and your team can help tackle antibiotic resistance in your own context
Summary of User Reviews
This course on tackling antibiotic resistance for dentists has received positive reviews from users. Many have praised the course for its informative content and relevance to the dental profession.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course's informative content and relevance to the dental professionPros from User Reviews
- Well-structured course content
- Engaging and interactive learning experience
- Useful for dental professionals looking to improve their knowledge on antibiotic resistance
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course too basic
- Limited discussion on alternative treatments to antibiotics
- Not suitable for those outside of the dental profession
Tackling Antibiotic Resistance: What Should Dentists Do?
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Discover the danger posed by antibiotic resistance, and how dental teams can meet the challenge to protect patients....
