Courses

Explore the possibilities of human identification through dental remains in the absence of dental records in this 25-minute video presentation by Dr. Khalid Khalid from Forensic 365. Delve into the challenges faced by forensic dentists and odontologists when examining mortal remains from mass graves, addressing the common misconception that dental identification is futile without existing records. Learn about innovative approaches to dental identification in cases involving missing persons, human trafficking victims, and decomposed bodies. Gain insights into the importance of dental evidence in forensic investigations and discover new initiatives aimed at overcoming the limitations posed by the lack of dental records.

Discover the core principles of dental radiography and X-ray exposure Led by experts from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)’s Dental X-ray Protection Service (DXPS), this course will improve your understanding of the requirements for radiation protection in dental practice and provide you with the skills to take on the role of Radiation Protection Supervisor in your dental practice. Develop your professional knowledge around the risks of X-radiation This CPD course will equip you with the information and skills to ensure that dental radiography is carried out in a safe manner and that the requirements of key radiation protection legislation are complied with. You’ll explore the potential hazards of dental X-radiation and the importance of restricting staff and patient radiation exposure as far as practicable. Learn about UK dental radiation protection legislation and guidance You’ll also familiarise yourself with relevant radiation protection guidance and legislation, including the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017, the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017, as well as the UK guidance for users of dental X-ray equipment. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to apply the basic principles of practical radiation protection in a dental practice and be ready to act as Radiation Protection Supervisor in your dental practice. Does this course count as core CPD for dentists? Yes, this course provides five hours of continuous professional development (CPD) training. Current UK legislation and guidance recommend that certain staff at dental practices to undertake five hours verifiable CPD in radiography or radiation protection, every five years. This CPD training course is designed for dental professionals who are involved in work with dental X-ray equipment. This includes dentists, hygienists, therapists, dental nurses and practice managers. Others working in the dental or general healthcare sectors may also find the course interesting, but will not have the same professional requirement to undertake verifiable CPD.

Explore the intricacies of dental and oral health through a comprehensive 30-minute animated tutorial covering key topics such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) anatomy, disc displacement, myofascial pain syndrome, snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, corrective jaw surgery, and the mechanism of swallowing in children. Gain valuable insights into these crucial aspects of oral health through detailed animations that bring complex concepts to life, enhancing understanding and knowledge in the field of dentistry and oral care.

Explore dental jurisprudence in India through this informative 36-minute video lecture by Dr. Hemlata Pandey, a forensic odontologist. Gain insights into the legal admissibility of dental evidence in various Indian scenarios and understand key facts and statements from Indian law relevant to forensic professionals, particularly odontologists. Learn about dental records, examination in custody, consent procedures, confidentiality, and evidence handling. Discover the types of consent, legal limits for preserving medical records, and receive valuable recommendations for forensic odontology practice in the Indian criminal justice system.

The mouth is the window into human health. This course provides an overview of dental medicine to engage, educate, excite and assist you in improving the oral health of your patients and members of your community. We will review topics in dental medicine including scope of the field, what to expect in function, and some of the many ways that dysfunction may present for different patients. This will include discussions of mouth, jaw, and tooth anatomy, pathology, and treatment. We will talk about differences between patients and the unique roles that different members of the dental field may play in treatment depending on the patient and condition. This course starts from basic concepts and proceeds to review trends in current research and technology. We offer scientific background, some skills for patient evaluation and interview, and some suggestions for further learning for those interested in or involved in dental education.

Dental Anatomy and Physiology mainly studies the normal morphological structures, functional activities and clinical applications of the oral cavity, skull, face and neck. The main contents of this course include the levels and organ forms of the mouth, skull, face and neck; their structural features and adjacent relations; the morphology and physiological functions of teeth, occlusion, jaw, temporomandibular joint and masticatory muscles. As an important foundation course in stomatology, it is an essential prerequisite for other stomatological foundation and clinical courses. Course objectives1. Knowledge objective: After acquiring the theoretical knowledge of teeth, dentition, occlusion, masticatory muscles, anatomy and structure of temporomandibular joint and physiological function of the stomatognathic system, learners can describe the features of external and internal shape of each tooth; gain a deep understanding of the anatomical shape and structure of dentition, occlusion, masticatory muscle, temporomandibular joint as well as the physiological functions of the stomatognathic system. Learners will also be able to carve and make wax teeth mold after learning the basic skills of tooth carving and waxing-up.2. Skill objectives: With the theoretical knowledge of tooth morphology, learners can draw the 2D images of all the 5 surfaces of every tooth, and can carve and pile up the 3D teeth based on the morphological features of the 2D image; using the anatomical and morphological knowledge in dentition, occlusion, jaw, masticatory muscles and temporomandibular joint as well as the physiological knowledge of stomatognathic system, learners are able to analyze the dentition and occlusal characteristics of different individuals (start from analyzing their own), and understand the role of various oral components and maxillofacial system.3. Psychological objectives: Prepare learners to face the fact that the training of "basic skills" is boring, and to accept the imperfections of their own work in carving and shaping teeth at the beginning; cultivate learners’ attitude towards striving for perfection, pursuing excellence and continuous learning of carving and shaping teeth; help learners appreciate the beauty of tooth shape, discover the artistic beauty of stomatology and develop a passion for stomatology. References1. Ash M. Jr., Nelson J. S. (2010) Wheeler’s Dental Anatomy, Physiology, and Occlusion. ed 9. Elsevier Sunders, Printed in China.2. Gulabivala K., Yuan-Ling Ng. (2014) Endodontics. ed 4. Elsevier Mosby, Printed in China3. Manjunatha B.S. (2013) Dental Anatomy and Oral Physiology. ed 1. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd: New Delhi, India.4. Pi Xi, Wang Meiqing. (2012) Oral Anatomy and Physiology. ed 7. People's Health Press: Beijing, ChinaCopyright CitationThe pictures in the video are from the above reference books.

This course provides foundational knowledge for those interested in developing a better understanding of basic dental terminology. The course will define and explore clinical and non-clinical terms commonly used in endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, dental radiography, and dental practice administration. The course is organized by specialty so participants may personalize their experience and focus their learning as needed. Identifying and applying these terms will help the learner to become a better communicator and more effective oral healthcare team member, to prepare for future studies, and to act as a more informed oral health advocate for themselves or others.

Explore the process of reconstructive post-mortem dental profiling in this informative 15-minute video presented by Dr. S Praveen. Learn how forensic odontologists and reconstructive practitioners can generate a lifetime resemblance of skeletal remains using the deceased's skull. Discover the unique dental features that aid in identifying unknown persons and understand the practical value of this technique in forensic investigations. Gain insights into how this process allows forensic odontologists to broaden their perspective and document dental profiles when antemortem records are unavailable.

This course will cover all aspects of the use of digital photography in dental practice: intra-oral, extra-oral, and portraits. Participants will be taken through photography, from the basics of choosing correct equipment and setting it up, to optimum settings, techniques for consistent imaging and the safe storage of images. The course is taught by the team that delivers the online masters degree course in Restorative Dentistry MSc/Diploma from the School of Dentistry at the University of Birmingham UK, and will involve about five hours per week of your time. Quotes from previous learners: “That was fantastic. I feel I have a great grasp on the settings on my camera and flash and what they all mean, and feel quite confident to take photographs of patients that I can use for practice promotion and records. Thanks so much!” - Andrea Lakatos “I really enjoyed this course and I finally understand the settings in my camera. Thanks Mike for making every lesson so easy and keeping me motivated!!” - Vania Wassel Antich “Fantastic course! Can’t wait to share what I’ve learnt with the rest of the girls at work. Thank you so much!” - Hollie Williams The course is designed to be of interest and applicable to all members of the dental team who want to further their understanding of the practical applications of photography in dental contexts. It is suitable for anyone who wants to develop their skills to improve their photographic patient records, or those wishing to use dental photography for marketing purposes. Time spent by UK dental professionals on this course will count as non-verifiable CPD. Before beginning this course, you will need access to a digital SLR camera. Detailed advice on choosing a camera will be given at the start of the course, but if you’re keen to get a head start, then you can download Equipment Recommendations (PDF, 232k).

Explore the innovative field of Virdentopsy in this 28-minute video presentation by Prof. Emilio Nuzzolese. Learn about the groundbreaking concept of Virtual Dental Autopsy and its potential to revolutionize human identification processes for unidentified remains. Discover how this new approach offers a global solution for implementing best practices in human identification while respecting the rights of the deceased. Gain insights into the application of virtual and remote techniques in forensic odontology and their implications for advancing forensic science and human rights.

Explore the latest advancements and emerging trends in dental forensics through this informative lecture. Gain insights into the crucial role of dental evidence in forensic investigations and individual identification. Learn about the challenges faced in bite mark cases and discover innovative approaches to overcome these obstacles. Delve into cutting-edge techniques and technologies that are revolutionizing the field of dental forensics. Enhance your understanding of how dental evidence contributes to solving complex forensic cases and its importance in the broader context of forensic science.

Explore denial-of-service attacks, standard solutions, and unique challenges game developers face in prevention through this 54-minute GDC session from 2018. Gain insights from Valve's Fletcher Dunn as he provides a quick overview of DoS mitigation strategies specifically tailored for the gaming industry. Learn about the latest techniques and best practices to protect your game servers and maintain a smooth player experience.

Learn Template Driven Web Development With Django and Python! What you'll learn: Introductory DjangoHow to Build Template Driven Websites With DjangoDownload and Install PythonInstall DjangoHow To Manage URL'sHow to Create Views/PagesHow to Use TemplatesHow To Build Any Basic Business Website In this course you'll learn to build websites with Python and Django by building out a cool and professional Dentist website! Why a Dental website?Many coders want to become freelance web developers, and what better way to get gigs than by building websites for all the Dentists in your area! In this course you'll learn to build websites fast using free HTML templates. We'll download a dental template for free and then customize it to suit our needs. You'll learn to...Install PythonInstall The Sublime Text Editor and Git Bash TerminalSet Up A Virtual EnvironmentInstall Django and Start Our ProjectRun the Django ServerStart a New Django AppUrls .pyBuild our First WebpageDownload the Dental TemplateCreate Static DIRSInstall the Dental TemplateAdd Static Tags to The TemplateTweak Our Static Tags (part 1)Tweak Our Static Tags (part 2)Tweak Our Static Tags (part 3)Building Django LinksTweak The HTML TemplateAdd Custom ImagesAdd A VideoContact PageChange The Contact Page MapBuild The Contact FormBuild The Contact Form (part 2)Send Email With DjangoSend Email With Django (part 2)Send Email With The Development Sendmail ServerCreate an Email Response PageVersion Control With GitGithub . comIntro To Heroku For WebhostingInstall The Heroku ToolbeltInstall Modules For HerokuSettings .py Heroku ChangesPush Our Code To HerokuAdd A Domain NameThis is a really fun course with a cool project!When we're finished you'll have a nice website to add to your portfolio! See you inside! -John Elder

Explore the application of stereo microscopy in dental profiling for forensic odontology in this 15-minute video presentation. Learn how forensic odontologists use dental evidence to establish the identity of unknown human remains and analyze crime scene evidence. Discover the process of dental profiling, which involves estimating age, sex, and ethnicity of individuals based on teeth and surrounding structures. Presented by Dr. Pankti Patel, Dr. Swati Kanojia, and Dr. Neelkamal Battu, this informative talk provides insights into the crucial role of dental examination in forensic investigations and mass disaster victim identification.

Explore how dental teams can tackle the threat of global antibiotic resistance Antibiotics are lifesaving drugs – when you need them, you need them to work. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to health and wealth globally. Dental teams can do their bit by optimising the use of antibiotics. On this course, you’ll identify ways in which those involved in dental practice can do their bit to tackle antibiotic resistance (ABR). You’ll explore the worldwide issue of antibiotic resistance, discovering the impact of resistant infections on dentistry, and how collaboration within a dental team can be key to tackling AMR. This course is for members of the dental team (clinical and non-clinical) and other healthcare professionals who deal with patients presenting with toothache/abscess.

Explore techniques for recovering and stabilizing severely incinerated dental remains in this 28-minute video lecture by Dr. John Berketa. Learn how to enhance human identification prospects in fatalities from fire events such as bushfires, domestic and industrial fires, and vehicle accident-related incineration. Gain insights into methods that can aid forensic investigations when traditional identification means are compromised due to extreme heat exposure. Discover the crucial role of dental remains in human identification processes and the specialized approaches required for handling severely burned evidence.

Explore dental considerations crucial for head and neck cancer care in this informative 36-minute lecture presented by Dr. Crystal Chang and Dr. Pedrom Mashaw from Stanford Otolaryngology — Head & Neck Surgery. Gain valuable insights into the unique challenges and necessary precautions dentists must consider when treating patients undergoing head and neck cancer treatment. Learn about pre-treatment dental assessments, management of oral complications during cancer therapy, and long-term dental care strategies for cancer survivors.

The proposed course will cover the principles of use and interpretation of advanced imaging modalities across the major disciplines in dental medicine. It will present and critically discuss current guidelines, limitations, and potential future developments in Dento-Maxillofacial Radiology (DMFR) for CBCT imaging, including issues of correct interpretation and professional reporting. Oral Radiology is a fundamental diagnostic tool for most disciplines in dental medicine. Disciplines such as operative dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, periodontology, oral implantology, and oral surgery use radiographic imaging modalities daily to achieve accurate diagnoses and as a basis for treatment planning, as well as for follow-up and monitoring of outcomes. Hence, the proposed course will be relevant for dental professionals worldwide, providing an opportunity to learn from renowned experts in their respective fields about the daily use of CBCT, its limitations, and potential future applications. Additionally, the course will address and discuss aspects such as radiation dose protection.

Explore the world of Denial of Service (DOS) attacks in this comprehensive 22-minute video tutorial. Learn about three distinct types of DOS attacks: bandwidth-based, max connections-based, and vulnerability-based. Discover how attackers can saturate server bandwidth, exploit connection limits, or leverage vulnerabilities to disrupt services. Gain insights into real-world examples, including distributed denial of service (DDOS) scenarios, and understand the preventive measures servers employ to mitigate these threats. Enhance your cybersecurity knowledge with practical explanations and detailed breakdowns of each attack type, equipping yourself to better protect against and recognize potential DOS threats in various network environments.

Explore the growing trend of science denial in this thought-provoking TED talk. Delve into controversial topics such as vaccine-autism claims, GMO food bans, and the popularity of herbal remedies as examples of the public's increasing fear and rejection of scientific reasoning. Examine the potential consequences of this trend on human progress and scientific advancement. Gain insights into the importance of critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making in addressing global challenges. Learn about the TED Conference, its mission to spread ideas, and the diverse range of topics covered by world-renowned speakers in concise, impactful presentations.