Saturday October 22, 2011
Two Sessions to Chose: Session#1 8:30am - 11:30am Session#2 1:00pm-4:00pm
A Simulated Ultrasonic Work Environment
Ms. Cheri Wu, RDH
Limited to Registered Dental Hygienists. Must pre-registered. No lecture pre-requesite.
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 Co-sponsored by Dentsply Canada and the Thompson Okanagan Dental Society |
Course Outline
Join us for a highly progressive hands-on workshop that will help you meet the demands of today’s non-surgical periodontal therapy. With the aid of a “live camera” Cheri will guide participants as they practice in a simulated ultrasonic work environment on manikins. Attention will be given to insert evaluation, selection/adaptation, including the new needle-free anesthetic alternative for pain management Oraqix; ultrasonic insert adaptation in the most anatomically challenging situations (review root anatomy).
Upon completion of this course the participant will be able to:
- Select the appropriate inserts and strategically sequence ultrasonic instrumentation in the most safe and effective manner.
- Demonstrate ultrasonic insert adaptation in the most anatomically challenging situations (review root anatomy).
- Position a variety of evacuation devices to aid in the reduction of aerosols and enhance operator visibility.
- Provide ultimate client comfort with ultrasonic technology.
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Demonstrate the application of non-injectable anesthetic as it applies to 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.