2010 ADA Annual Session
 
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Dental Assistant Track
BRIDGING THE GAP: DENTAL TREATMENT FOR PATIENTS WITH AUTISM
Course Code: 5324


  Karen Raposa, MBA, RDH

Saturday, October 9, 2010
2:45pm - 5:15pm

CE Hours: 2.5



This course provides an overview of the patient with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A review of how to properly assess the patient's abilities will be conducted. Ms. Raposa will explore techniques for treatment and provide guidelines for incorporating these patients into the practice.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1. Provide a basic definition for Autism Spectrum Disorders
2. Properly assess the abilities of a patient with Autism Spectrum Disorder
3. Understand and treat the patient with autism in a typical practice setting

Presented in cooperation with the American Dental Assistants Association.

Category: Special Care Dentistry

Recommended for: Dentist/Dental Student, Hygienist, Dental Assistant, Business Assistant


*Availability is not guaranteed until the course has been added to your registration on the official ADA Annual Session Registration website.
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