Study Club course

More Than a Coating: Dental Sealants Explored - Understanding Material Choices and Clinical Significance

Presented by Ms Irene Iancu

CPD Points:
ADA CERP ( 1.75 points)
Dental Board of Australia ( 2.00 points)
Speaker: Ms Irene Iancu
Location: Study Clubs
Date: Dec 2027*
* This date / time will vary depending on your local Study Club.

Course Description
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Description

Preventing caries requires early identification, appropriate material selection, and effective patient communication. Dental professionals must assess individual risk factors and determine when preventative interventions, including sealants and fluoride, are appropriate.

This workshop examines the caries process, risk assessment, oral pH, dietary acidity, and strategies for discussing prevention chair-side. Participants will compare glass ionomer, modified glass ionomer, and resin-based sealants and their clinical applications. Practical protocols will help clinicians select appropriate materials and develop evidence-based prevention strategies for individual patients.

Learning Objectives

Explain the role of dental sealants and risk assessment in preventing caries.
Compare glass ionomer, modified glass ionomer, and resin-based sealants and their clinical indications.
Apply evidence-based protocols for sealant selection and placement based on patient risk and clinical conditions.
Develop personalized fluoride and preventive strategies to complement sealant therapy.

Irene Iancu, BSc, RDH, CTDP, OM, graduated with a diploma in dental hygiene from Oxford College in 2007. Since then, Irene has expanded her scope of practice with procedures that include Orthodontics, Restorative Dental Hygiene (graduation 2021), Myofunctional Therapy, and …