DENT1405

This course combines lecture and preclinical instruction to acquaint the student with the fundamentals of working as a chairside assistant in a dental office. Students will be introduced to instruments and equipment utilized for performing basic dental procedures. Emphasis is placed on the proper techniques utilized during hand washing, patient seating/dismissal and oral evacuation while maintaining infection control protocols. Students will apply knowledge towards the completion of clinical records including medical/dental and vital signs.Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify equipment located in a dental operatory and demonstrate and/or state its use.
• Identify and/or list the instruments used in basic dental procedures.
• Demonstrate necessary steps to take and record vital signs.
• Review and record medical and dental histories and explain its relevance to dental treatment.
• Demonstrate the procedures necessary to seat and dismiss a patient.
• Demonstrate infection and work practice protocol consistent with professional guidelines prior to and after performing chairside procedures.
• Utilize appropriate ergonomics while performing oral evacuation.
• Apply the concepts of patient, operator and assisting positions while delivering dental care.