Clinical pharmacology studies the effects of drugs and their use for preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. In this lecture I will review the three common classes of drugs used in the daily dental practice.  We will discuss local anaesthetics, its mechanism of action, onset and duration of action and adverse effects and potential complications associated with its use.  Also, we will review the analgesics most commonly used in dentistry namely, acetaminophen, NSAIDs and opioids.  In this section, I will discuss the adverse effects, common drug interactions and recommended dosages.  Finally, anti-infectives most used will be discussed.  

Learning Objectives 

Upon completing this course:

1.    Understand the mechanism of action of local anaesthetics, the factors that affect their onset and duration of action and the common complication associated with their administration.

2.    Be informed of the analgesics currently used in dentistry.  Understand the various adverse effects and drug interactions relevant to dentistry.   

3.    Understand the rational use of anti-infective agents in dentistry, both in terms of the management of existing orofacial infections and for prophylaxis against the development of bacterial endocarditis or other infection post treatment. 

SCHEDULE

Date:
Friday, December 6, 2024

Time:
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Registration sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m.

Location:
Chestnut Conference Center - University of Toronto
89 Chestnut St, Toronto ON

REGISTRATION

Registration for this course can be done online by clicking on the button at the top of this page.

Fees

Dentist - total course fee:

• $695

Lunch is also provided for course participants.

Cancellations

There are no refunds or cancellations within 10 calendar days prior to the course start date. Cancellations can be done by following the link and instructions provided in the registration confirmation email. If you are eligible for a refund, the refund will be processed automatically when you cancel. Please allow for 3-5 business days for the transaction process to be completed.

"No shows" will not be eligible for a refund.  

Course registrations are not transferable.  

Continuing Dental Education at The University of Toronto reserves the right to cancel courses if deemed necessary due to insufficient registrations, instructor cancellation, or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. In case of course cancellation, a full refund will be issued. Registrants will be notified at the earliest possible date. We will not be liable for any loss, damages, or other expenses, such as travel and accommodations, that such cancellations may cause.
 

ACCREDITATION

This course has been approved as a Category 1 course by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. Full participation of this course will grant up to 6 CE points.