Event Information
Oral Health: Foundations for Rural Practice
 Addressing health inequities
1 Educational activity
FACRRM Recommended
Apply a population health approach
Provide expert medical care in all rural contexts 
Provide primary care
Oral Health (ORAL)
Remote medicine (RM)

Oral Health: Foundations for Rural Practice

This short course introduces key oral health issues affecting rural and remote communities. It is designed for non-dental health professionals who want a quick orientation to common oral health concerns, prevention strategies, and an introduction to dental trauma. Learners who are looking for a light, entry-level overview may find this course a useful starting point before deciding whether to continue with more detailed oral health training.

Online learning hours:
1.00
Total hours:
1.00
 
Learning objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the importance of oral health to the maintenance of overall health
  • Undertake an oral health assessment
  • Outline the key preventive messages for maintaining oral hygiene 
  • Identify the types of dental trauma
  • Identify the role of general practice in maintaining dental function

Provider Information
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine
Education Development Team
61 07 3105 8200
61 07 3105 8299
education@acrrm.org.au
Level 1, 324 Queen Street
BRISBANE CITY
QLD, 4000