D. Instruction in HIV/AIDS awareness/prevention
E. Safety techniques while working in the laboratory or with patients
F. Instrument transfer techniques, chair-side assisting and patient suctioning
G. Body mechanics for the patient and assistant
H. Tub and tray systems of instruments and materials
I. Familiarity and use of instruments and materials in assisting for:
1. Operative Dentistry – amalgam and composite fillings
2. Oral Surgery – instruments, procedures and post-op protocol
3. Crown and Bridge – impression taking, temporary fabrication, cord packing, hemostatic agents, introduction into various crown types
4. Endodontics – instruments, medicaments and materials; how and why they are used
5. Periodontics – disease origin and usual treatment methods
6. Pedodontics – commonality and differences in treating children vs. adult patients
DA1.4 Radiology
A. X-ray theory and technique, use of Rinn holders and other methods
B. Intraoral, bitewing, panoramic, and endodontic exposure methods
C. Developing x-rays using the automatic processor
D. Darkroom care and maintenance
E. X-ray interpretation, safety and precautions.
DA1.5 Cements and Liners
A. Introduction to various cements and liners used in dentistry
B. Practice mixing cements and liners
DA1.6 Impressions and Model Trimming
A. Impression materials and practice in their uses: alginates, polyvinyl siloxane, etc.
B. Wax bites, counter impressions
C. Model pouring and trimming
DA1.7 Sterilization Techniques
A. Sterilization theory and terminology, autoclave operation
B. Instrument and equipment sterilization/disinfection
C. Treatment room disinfection and asepsis techniques
D. Hand piece care and maintenance
DA1.8 Pharmacology and Anesthesia
A. Functions of pharmacology and anesthesia as they relate to dentistry
B. Common drugs or their reactions/allergies as they relate to dentistry
C. The use of PDR (Pharmaceutical Drug Reference)
D. Topical anesthetics and their proper application/side effects
DA1.9 Job Interview and Placement Assistance
A. Proper image, dress, resume, and how to prepare for the job interview process
B. Difficult questions you may face and how to answer them
C. Do’s and don’ts during the interview
DA1.10 Clinical Externship Program
A. 40 Hours spent in a working dental office
Perform all tasks learned in class |
