DENT 112 Introduction to Chairside Procedure

5 credits

Course covers maintenance of dental equipment and operatory instrumentation. Students will learn home care patient instructions, assess oral hygiene, procedural prophylaxis fluoride and pit and fissure sealant application.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Dental Assistant Program.

Quarters Offered: Fall, Spring

Global Outcome(s)
This course teaches to the global outcome of Intercultural Appreciation.

This course teaches to the global outcome of Information Literacy.

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define preset tray and tray system and define the parts of a dental instrument
Demonstrate a basic understanding of dental headpieces
Demonstrate a basic understanding of maintaining equipment and operatory
Demonstrate correct instrument transfer
Demonstrate their understanding of instrument grasps
Demonstrate the correct use of fulcrums in dental procedures
Utilize the mouth mirror to full advantage
Use an explorer effectively and safely
Review, update, or complete a patient health history
Position dental chairs and mobile, or non-mobile equipment
Maintain the operating field
Seat a patient and prepare for a procedure
Demonstrate the skill and knowledge of how to assist with the administration of local anesthetic
Demonstrate the Bass, Modified Bass, Charter’s Modified scrub, Modified Stillman, Rolling stroke ,and electric tooth brushing techniques
Demonstrate the knowledge of the prophylaxis procedure by:
Demonstrate the skill and knowledge of the coronal polish procedure
Demonstrate the skill and knowledge of the fluoride application procedure
Demonstrate the skill and knowledge of the sealant application procedure
Demonstrate knowledge of health care literary, patient diversity, equity and inclusion
Demonstrate effective communication skills by active participation in small group activities and presenting an oral presentation regarding patient homecare