Changing Concepts of Ultrasonics - Ms. Cheri Wu, RDH
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 Co-Sponsored by Dentsply Canada and the Thompson Okanagan Dental Society This lecture session is open to all Registered Dental Hygienists |
Course Outline
Traditionally held theories related to the use of power scalers were confined primarily to clients with heavy supragingival deposits. However, this theory has changed. Due to a paradigm shift in the philosophy of periodontal therapy, the improvement of ultrasonic insert design, and the advancements in ultrasonic technology, prominent thought leaders and clinicians are suggesting that these devices become the primary instrument for periodontal debridement.
Supported by evidenced-based research, this course will provide a comparison of ultrasonic technologies and examine the effectiveness, safety and applications of ultrasonic scaling techniques.
With today’s expanding technologies and busy lifestyle, this information will enable the dental professional to work ‘smarter and not harder’. Attention will be given to medical and dental considerations, infection control, and insert evaluation and sequencing based on client assessment. As pain management is an essential component of periodontal therapy procedures, anesthetic options will be discussed briefly and will include information on Oraqix, a new, non-injectable anesthetic for periodontal debridement.
Biography
Cheri Wu is a registered dental hygienist in British Columbia with eighteen years dedicated to clinical practice and education. She graduated with her Bachelor of Dental Science (Dental Hygiene) from the University of British Columbia in 2003. Currently, Cheri practices full time at the Cool Aid Dental Clinic, a busy non-profit dental clinic dedicated to serving the vulnerable population on Vancouver Island. Her lecture and research interests include persons living with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis, and special needs education focusing on oral hygiene motivation.
Cheri holds a faculty position with Camosun College Dental Hygiene Program where she teaches clinical instruction to the next generation of dental hygienists and is proud to be a mentor to dental hygiene students at the Cool Aid Dental Clinic. In partnership with DENTSPLY Canada, Cheri presents scientific, evidence-based information and hands on ultrasonic instrumentation to practicing professionals and dental hygiene schools.
As well as commitment to her local, provincial and national professional affiliations, Cheri is a volunteer and peer support for the Victoria Burn Survivor Society and is a member of the Board of Governors for the Elizabeth Buckley School for children with auditory dysfunction and physical limitations.
Cheri enjoys life in Victoria with her husband, Warren, 6 year old son Ayden and her 30 year old daughter Tonya.