Demystifying Tooth Resorption

Course Info

CPD Points:
ADA CERP ( 1.75 points)
Dental Board of Australia ( 2.00 points)
Speaker: Prof. Geoffrey Heithersay
Location: Study Clubs
Date: May 20th at 7:00 PM*
* This date / time will vary depending on your local Study Club.

Course Description
Study Clubs Running This Course

Description

The diagnosis of tooth resorption may sometimes seem complex for clinicians possibly due to the variety of terms which have been applied. This presentation will aim to demystify tooth resorption by focusing on the aetiology, dynamics and diagnostic features of the various resorptive processes which practitioners may encounter in their patients. By understanding the important features of tooth resorption clinicians should be able to diagnose those transient resorption which can prove beneficial to the affected patient as opposed to the potentially progressive resorption which require wherever possible. positive and effective treatment.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

To recognise clinical and radiographic features of tooth resorption
To understand the dynamics of each type of tooth resorption.
To have the ability to diagnose transient as opposed to progressive tooth resorption and be able apply such knowledge to effective management.

Prof. Geoffrey Heithersay

Geoffrey Heithersay has been a part time member of the School of Dentistry, The University of Adelaide since 1962 and is currently Clinical Professor in Endodontics. He practised as a Specialist Endodontist in Adelaide from1967- 2002 and continues to be ...