Beyond the Drill: A Journey into Armed Forces Dentistry

2.30 pm       

Coffee, Registration & Viewing of Posters produced by the following dental students:

• Michael McBrearty – Case Report: A rare presentation of a sublingual swelling due to a herniated mylohyoid muscle.
• Amaan Amjad – Laugier-Hunziker Syndrome: A Case Report
• Shivani Chohan – A puzzling case of exfoliative cheilitis
• Sultan Alotaibi – Papillary Cystadenoma: A Rate Encounter in The Buccal Sulcus

3.15 pm          

Beyond the Drill: A Journey into Armed Forces Dentistry

Alastair Armer, Clinical Teaching Fellow in Restorative Medicine, University Dental Hospital Manchester

Learning ojbectives:

1. Understanding the Role of Armed Forces Dentistry:

• Explore the history and evolution of the Royal Army Dental Corps (RADC) and its significance within the wider military environment.
• Discuss the unique challenges faced by dental professionals in providing care to armed forces personnel during peacetime and on operations.
• Highlight the critical role of uniformed dental teams in maintaining dental fitness for soldiers on the front line.

2. Differences Between Civilian and Military Dentistry:

• Compare and contrast the practice of dentistry in the armed forces with civilian practice.
• Address the unique lifestyle and training pathways available to Armed Forces dentists.

3. Recruitment and Career Opportunities:

• Describe the recruitment process for all dental professionals.
• Discuss both Regular (full-time) and Reserve (part-time) career paths available in the Royal Army Dental Corps.

CPD Development Outcomes:

Outcome A: Clinical Effectiveness:

• Clinical practices specific to military settings including trauma management, emergency dental care, and unique challenges faced during deployments.

Outcome B: Communication Skills:

• Effective communication is vital in armed forces dentistry, not only with patients but also the chain of command.

Outcome C: Professionalism:

• The Army expects high standards of professionalism, knowing how to deal with ethical dilemmas and confidentiality in military contexts

Outcome D: Management and Leadership Skills:

• Armed forces dentist take on leadership roles, including team management, resource allocation, and adapting to diverse environments.

4.15 pm          

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