DHY 127 - Pre-Clinic II Theory

1. Describe the rational for manual supra-gingival scaling procedures using the correct anterior and/or posterior instruments incorporating the principles of instrument shape, adaptation, angulation, activation, lateral pressure, visibility, accessibility, and prevention of patient trauma.

2. Describe the rationale for instrument sharpening of sickles and curets.

3. Identify scaling and debridement instruments by the shape of the instrument.

4. Utilizing the findings from a patient assessment, develop an individualized Treatment Care Plan for a mock patient in the classroom setting.

5. Describe proper manual supra- and subgingival scaling techniques in a variety of patient situations identifying the correct anterior and/or posterior instruments that would be utilized.

6. Describe the rationale for mechanical scaling procedures using the universal and straight Slim-line ultrasonic inserts incorporating the principles of adaptation, angulation, activation, lateral pressure, and prevention of patient trauma.

7. Utilize and perform proper documentation on the following patient treatment forms: Intraoral/extraoral exam form, hard tissue chart, periodontal chart, services rendered, and treatment care plan during mock experiences in the classroom.

8. Describe the proper use of an air powder polishing unit including distance and angles of application, polishing material, and possible contraindications of use.

9. Recognize and describe the factors contributing to medical emergencies.

10. Describe strategies for minimizing stress factors that can lead to medical emergencies and describe the proper documentation of medical emergencies.

11. Describe the process utilized for cleaning oral prostheses.

12. Recognize and describe treatments for dentinal hypersensitivity.

13. Describe the ethical and legal restrictions on the use of recorded, published and/or confidential materials, proprietary information, and intellectual property. 

14. Discuss how communities, countries, or cultures differ in their values, politics, communication styles, beliefs, and practices. 

 
Course Outline:
I.  Orientation to the Course

A. Lecture  

1. Emergency preparedness

a. Weather

b. Other

II.  Scaling Instruments

A. Instrumentation Concepts   

1. Instrument blade anatomy

2. Adaptation

3. Angulation

4. Activation

5. Grasp and Fulcrum

6. Lateral pressure

B. Sickle Scalers 

1. Anterior 

a. H5/33

2. Posterior

a. 204 & 204SD

C. Curets

1. Universal

2. Area specific

D. Ultrasonic scaling

E. Instrument Sharpening

III. Air-powder polishing     

IV.  Patient Treatment

A. Patient treatment    

1. Clinical problem solving

2. Dentinal hypersensitivity

B. Patient treatment planning

1. Goal setting for the patient

2. Implementing CAMBRA

3. Implementing perio risk assessment

C. Treatment documentation

1. Services rendered

2. Abbreviations

3. Patient treatment forms

4. Patient HIPAA documentation

5. Patient’s Bill of Rights

6. Authorization for Treatment

7. Consent to be Photographed

8. Prophylactic Pre-medication form

D. Appointment plan 

E.  Medical emergencies part 2

           1.  ASA Classifications                                

F. Special Duties

1. Sterilizing assistant

2. Office assistant

G. Clinic grading

V.  Testing/Evaluation

A. Written examinations 

Discussion/lecture: 60-90%

Small group work: 0-10%

In-class activities: 10-20%
Mandatory Course Components:

Equivalent Courses:
None