Date:
Location:
Speaker: Dr. Laura Dempster
Professor in Dental Education Research
University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry
Abstract: This evidence-based presentation will discuss the science behind the dentist/patient relationship, and what factors are most meaningful in fostering rapport leading to positive oral health outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify the five principles important to building a relationship between dentists and their patients.
- Differentiate the different types of trust and how they relate to the dentist/patient relationship.
- Describe and appraise factors that contribute to building the dentist/patient relationship.
Tuition: $59/1.5 ADA CERP credit hours
Course Prerequisites: None required
Course Format: Virtual Lecture
Conflict of Interest: None reported by speaker
Contact: Caitlin Laughlin at caitlin_laughlin@hsdm.harvard.edu
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation 7 days before the course will be eligible for full refund. No refund will be made within 7 days of the course initiation date.
Harvard School of Dental Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. The Harvard School of Dental Medicine designated this activity for 1.5 continuing education credits.