Lecture ONE of a THREE PART SERIES 1. The NP Examination a. Why the Presentation is so so important b. Medical History: What difference does it make anyway? c. Dental History: What previous dental experiences and history are important d. Patients Reported Home Care Regime: lies and more lies e. Family History: What are those “dental skeletons” hidden in the closet f. The Oral Examination: What is a complete Periodontal Examination g. Special Tests: “Vital” to the complete exam h. The Restorative Needs
1. After this presentation the attendees will understand the importance of information gathering for the complete “Case” 2. Why a diagnosis cannot be made without the complete periodontal examination 3. Be able to recommend the most appropriate treatment for each specific case
Dr. Richard Longbottom is a renowned specialist in Implant Dentistry, Perioscopy and Periodontology. Richard completed his undergraduate education at Otago University in 1981, and continued his postgraduate training at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, in the United States. He has been working in New Zealand since 2001 to bring healthy and beautiful smiles to patients.
