Course overview of Oral Health with Tepe
This course, in collaboration with TePe, a leader in oral hygiene solutions, covers the foundations of oral health, the causes and prevention of dental disease, and the importance of personalised oral care routines.
You will learn how to conduct oral health assessments, understand the impact of medications on oral health, and tailor care to individuals with special considerations.
The oral health course also addresses the practical delivery of daily oral hygiene, including denture care and denture marking, to support patient safety and dignity.
Whether you're new to oral health care or looking to enhance your existing knowledge, this course equips you with the tools and confidence to promote and maintain oral health in your role.
Course content
This oral health course will cover:
- Introduction to Oral Health
- Causes of Dental Disease
- Prevention
- Oral Health Assessment
- Medications
- Delivering Daily Oral Care
- Special Considerations
- Denture Marking
Already have your own LMS? You can purchase any of our courses as SCORM files to download and add to your own system.
Aims of Oral Health with Tepe course
Upon completion of this oral health course, you will:
- Understand the basics of oral health and the causes of dental disease.
- Apply key preventive strategies and deliver daily oral care effectively.
- Recognize factors affecting oral health and perform basic assessments.
- Demonstrate awareness of specific procedures like denture marking.
What audience is this online course suitable for?
This oral health course is designed for Care Support Workers and the wider team members in Health and Social Care.
Brush up: oral health webinar
In this free webinar, dental hygienist Harriet Buley-Snell – in partnership with oral health experts TePe – cuts through the confusion around oral care in care homes and offers clear, practical advice for getting it right.
