DEHY1486

This course is a continuation of Clinical DH II with supervised clinical experiences which include introduction to periodontal therapy, ultrasonic instrumentation, treatment planning, and sealant placement. Radiographic interpretation is incorporated within the radiographic portion of this clinical experience.
Student Learning Outcomes

• Incorporate dental hygiene methodology and technology from laboratory competency to clinical competency.
• Demonstrate clinical competency in areas of client communication, assessment, care planning, implementation of care and evaluation of success.
• Interpret medical history for assessment of indications/contraindications for dental hygiene procedures.
• Interpret the relationships between oral health and general health and the interrelationships between medical and dental care.
• Demonstrate intermediate clinical competency in areas of time management, treatment planning, instrumentation, tissue management, radiography and client counseling.
• Demonstrate sharpening of instruments and maintain sharpness throughout all procedures for scaling and root planing.
• Record all assessments, observations and procedures using Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan (SOAP) format.