CE Hours: 2 Lecture
David A Keith, BDS, FDSRCS, DMD, professor of oral and maxillofacial surgery at Harvard School of Dental Medicine
This course will cover the educational requirements of the Massachusetts statute MGL 94C, Section 18(e) which requires all prescribers to take a course in pain management. The content of the program will include: effective pain management, identification of patients at high risk of substance abuse, counseling patients about the side effects, addictive nature, and proper storage and disposal of prescription medications. Dentists encounter many patients in acute or chronic pain and need to be able to evaluate these patients efficiently and recognize dental and non-dental causes of pain. Based upon a sound diagnosis appropriate medications, including opioids, can be prescribed with the necessary warnings and precautions. Other aspects of good practice management including record keeping, referrals, and consultations will be discussed.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the diagnosis of orofacial pain conditions
- Understand appropriate pharmacological management of acute and chronic pain
- Learn the principles of an individual pain management program
- Identify patients at high risk of substance abuse
- Recognize drug tolerance and physical dependence
Recommended Audience: Dentist
Class is subject to cancellation if enrollment is not met. Call (800) 342-8747 ext. 250 for information on cancellations due to inclement weather. Free cancellation up to 10 days prior to course date