Introduction of Soft Tissue Diseases 2024 PDF

Introduction to Soft Tissue Diseases Module: Oral & Dental Sciences Lecturer: Mariya Mahmood GDC Learning Outcomes 1.1.2 Describe oral diseases and their relevance to prevention, diagnosis and treatment 1.1.4 Explain the aetiology and pathogenesis of oral disease 1.2.1 Recognise the importance of...

Introduction to Soft Tissue Diseases Module: Oral & Dental Sciences Lecturer: Mariya Mahmood GDC Learning Outcomes 1.1.2 Describe oral diseases and their relevance to prevention, diagnosis and treatment 1.1.4 Explain the aetiology and pathogenesis of oral disease 1.2.1 Recognise the importance of and carry out an appropriate systematic intra- and extra-oral clinical examination 1.2.2 Recognise the importance of and record a comprehensive and contemporaneous patient history 1.2.4 Recognise abnormalities of the oral cavity and the rest of the patient and raise concerns where appropriate 1.7.8 Recognise the need for and make arrangements for appropriate follow-up care SPF Learning Outcomes Domain Learning outcome Clinical knowledge and Skills C1.1, C1.2, C1.17,C1.25,C1.31, C1.38,C2.1.1, C2.1.11 Interpersonal Skills I (B)1, I 1.6 Self- management S(B)2 The Safe Practitioner: A framework of behaviours and outc omes for dental professional education - Dental Therapist ( gdc-uk.org) Intended learning outcomes By the end of the session students should be able to: Outline the significance of a soft tissue examination and linked history taking in identifying signs of disease Describe influencing factors that may exacerbate soft tissue conditions Demonstrate accurate history taking and recording of soft tissues conditions Identify the first considerations of supporting / managing and treating patients with soft tissue conditions Reflect on experience of learning Scope of a DH/DT What manifests in What is your remit? the mouth? What is your level of responsibility? Examining Soft Tissues and Their Diseases What is the purpose of intra oral and extra oral examination? Preparation for Year 2 Oral Medicine – conditions explained in more depth What are the Soft Tissues? When does the examination begin? Who holds responsibility? Benefits of Early Detection Factors Hindering Screening Preventable Awkward conversations Easily treated Self-doubt Slow down progression Assumption of providing diagnosis Fatality prevented Competency Early identification improves Assumption another will identify prognosis Can you offer examples of soft tissues disease/conditions that you know of or have witnessed? Most common conditions Lichen Pemphyg Cancer Candida Planus oid Pemphig Leukopla Ulcers Herpes us kia Common Conditions Continued Oral Cancer Cancerous lesions of 3 distinct sites: oral cavity (mouth), oropharynx (throat) and lip (outer) Lichen planus –Chronic, cell mediated inflammatory disease that affects the oral mucosa.