Introduction to Pain Theory

Self-Study Course
Course Fee: $10
CDE Credit: 1.0

This recorded video lecture will be an introduction to pain theory. Clinicians will be able to utilize this information to improve dental patient assessment and care.

Participants will learn about:

• definitions associated with pain theory
• neuroanatomy of the trigeminal system
• nociceptive versus neuropathic pain
• pain referral
• gate-control theory of pain modulation
• biopsychosocial model of pain

Course Objectives

By the end of the lecture, participants will:

• be familiar with definitions associated with pain theory
• have an understanding of neuroanatomy of the trigeminal system
• understand differences of nociceptive and neuropathic pain
• gain knowledge on pain referral from a neurological and neurobiological perspective
• be able to describe gate-control theory of pain modulation
• become familiar with the biopsychosocial model of pain

Instructor

Sherwin Arman, DMD, MPH

Policies - Cancellation and Refund

UCLA School of Dentistry, Continuing Dental Education is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

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