Mastering Comprehensive Periodontal Charting: A Step-by-Step Guide
Presented by: Nicole Fortune
Course Description:
This interactive and practical session is designed to elevate your skills in comprehensive periodontal charting. You will be guided through the essential steps and appropriate tools to accurately assess and document periodontal health, ensuring you provide the best possible care for your patients. We’ll cover everything from probing depths and gingival recession to bleeding points and furcation involvement. With real-life examples and virtual hands-on demonstrations, you’ll gain confidence in identifying key indicators of periodontal disease and learn best practices for recording this critical data efficiently and accurately. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped to perform a comprehensive periodontal chart with precision, leading to improved patient outcomes and stronger clinical decision-making.
Course objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Understand the importance of comprehensive periodontal charting in diagnosing and treating periodontal disease.
- Identify common pitfalls in periodontal charting and learn how to avoid them.
- Master the technique of measuring and recording probing depths, gingival recession, and other critical periodontal indicators.
- Apply best practices for efficient and accurate documentation of periodontal findings.
About the presenter:
Nicole is a registered dental hygienist with extensive experience in periodontics, specializing in non-surgical and preventive care. She is recognized nationally for her expertise in training dental hygienists in advanced areas such as dental endoscopy, laser-assisted hygiene, and dental implant maintenance.
A passionate educator and speaker, Nicole has presented at the University of Michigan’s Ramfjord Symposium, the National Osteology Foundation, the Institute for Dental Implant Awareness, and numerous professional organizations across the country.
She was named Vermont Dental Hygienist of the Year in 2017 and is an active member of several professional associations, including the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health and the Academy of Laser Dentistry. Nicole holds degrees from the University of Vermont and an MBA from Champlain College. She currently serves as Clinical Education Manager for Young Innovations, a part-time clinical instructor, and a hygiene coach with Coaching Excellence.
About this Student Webinar Program:
This is an interactive student webinar designed specifically for current students and recent grads. While your camera will be off, we encourage lively discussion in the chat box—ask questions, share takeaways, and connect with other future professionals!
This format is designed to be flexible and student-friendly, so feel free to tune in between classes, during your commute, or wherever you may be. Whether you're soaking up info on the go or participating from your couch, we're glad you're here!
Event Time Zones:
Questions?
Contact: Julie Looker
Email: Julie@clouddentistry.com
Presented by: Nicole Fortune
Course Description:
This interactive and practical session is designed to elevate your skills in comprehensive periodontal charting. You will be guided through the essential steps and appropriate tools to accurately assess and document periodontal health, ensuring you provide the best possible care for your patients. We’ll cover everything from probing depths and gingival recession to bleeding points and furcation involvement. With real-life examples and virtual hands-on demonstrations, you’ll gain confidence in identifying key indicators of periodontal disease and learn best practices for recording this critical data efficiently and accurately. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped to perform a comprehensive periodontal chart with precision, leading to improved patient outcomes and stronger clinical decision-making.
Course objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Understand the importance of comprehensive periodontal charting in diagnosing and treating periodontal disease.
- Identify common pitfalls in periodontal charting and learn how to avoid them.
- Master the technique of measuring and recording probing depths, gingival recession, and other critical periodontal indicators.
- Apply best practices for efficient and accurate documentation of periodontal findings.
About the presenter:
Nicole is a registered dental hygienist with extensive experience in periodontics, specializing in non-surgical and preventive care. She is recognized nationally for her expertise in training dental hygienists in advanced areas such as dental endoscopy, laser-assisted hygiene, and dental implant maintenance.
A passionate educator and speaker, Nicole has presented at the University of Michigan’s Ramfjord Symposium, the National Osteology Foundation, the Institute for Dental Implant Awareness, and numerous professional organizations across the country.
She was named Vermont Dental Hygienist of the Year in 2017 and is an active member of several professional associations, including the American Academy for Oral Systemic Health and the Academy of Laser Dentistry. Nicole holds degrees from the University of Vermont and an MBA from Champlain College. She currently serves as Clinical Education Manager for Young Innovations, a part-time clinical instructor, and a hygiene coach with Coaching Excellence.
About this Student Webinar Program:
This is an interactive student webinar designed specifically for current students and recent grads. While your camera will be off, we encourage lively discussion in the chat box—ask questions, share takeaways, and connect with other future professionals!
This format is designed to be flexible and student-friendly, so feel free to tune in between classes, during your commute, or wherever you may be. Whether you're soaking up info on the go or participating from your couch, we're glad you're here!
Event Time Zones:
Questions?
Contact: Julie Looker
Email: Julie@clouddentistry.com
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