BITEsize Paediatrics

By MPDSS

This podcast is perfect for anyone interested in the field of paediatric dentistry!

Join Sophia and Chyanne as they interview specialists and change-makers in the world of children's oral health. The... more

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How many episodes does BITEsize Paediatrics have?

The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.

BITEsize Paediatrics episodes:

March 30, 2021 Paediatric Dentistry in the UK vs. USA
When it comes to discussing dentistry in the UK vs. USA, it seems that us British have a pretty bad rep! But behind the glitz and glam of American dentistry, is the oral health of children in the US any better than the kids on the other side of the pond?

This episode features Dr Nidhi Kotak; a Paediatric Dental Resident hailing all the way from Philadelphia. Today we discuss the differences between paediatric dentistry and child oral health in the UK. vs. USA.

In this episode we compare the following:

- Dental specialities offered.
- The cost of paediatric dental care for the parent.
- Paediatric dental decay statistics.
- The average age that a child first visits the dentist.
- Water fluoridation and attitudes towards it.
- Governmental control of sugar content in food and drink.
- The impact of COVID on paediatric dentistry.

Extra resources to accompany this episode can be found on our social media and linktree @MPDSSOC
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39min
March 03, 2021 Managing Phobic Children via Needle Desensitization
Getting a phobic child into the dental chair can be an extremely difficult task, let alone injecting them with local anaesthetic!

This episode features the brilliant Dr. Greig Taylor; a Paediatric Specialist at the University of Newcastle. We discuss his paper 'A Clinical Guide to Needle Desensitization for the Paediatric Patient' which acts as a simple and comprehensive guide to a daunting task that all dental professionals will face.

In this episode we cover topics such as:

- The causes of dental phobia in children.
- How to tell if a patient is an information seeker or an information avoider.
- Relaxation techniques for children to practice at home and in the clinic.
- The 7-step needle desensitization technique.
- Distraction techniques.
- Modified Child Dental Anxiety Scale.

Extra resources to accompany this episode can be found on our social media and linktree @MPDSSOC.

Happy listening!
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36min
February 09, 2021 The Journey to Becoming a Paediatric Specialist
Hello and welcome to the first ever episode of the BITEsize Paediatrics podcast!

Do you know what it takes to become a specialist in paediatric dentistry (UK)? If not, this episode should help you out!

Join Yasmin and Saif as they interview Dr. Carly Dixon - a speciality registrar in paediatric dentistry and assessment lead at the University of Manchester Dental School.
In this episode we cover topics such as:
- Why choose paediatric dentistry in the first place?!
- Building your portfolio during dental school and postgraduate training.
- The career path taken to become a paediatric specialist and consultant.
- Paediatric dentistry exams.
- Masters degrees vs. training posts.
- Academic Clinical Fellowship and Lectureship programmes.
Extra resources to accompany this episode can be found on our social media and linktree @MPDSSOC.

Happy listening!
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25min

FAQs about BITEsize Paediatrics:

How many episodes does BITEsize Paediatrics have?

The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.