DENT2454

This course is a continuation of Expanded Functions I and will provide the student with the background knowledge and necessary skills to perform expanded functions that are delegated to the licensed dental assistant according to the Minnesota Dental Practice Act. This course combines lecture, laboratory and clinical instruction and experience performing the advanced functions according to predetermined criteria utilizing typodonts, manikins, and patients. Infection control, safety, and patient management will be emphasized.Student Learning Outcomes

• Contrast classifications, examples, distribution and the removal process or treatment (including bleaching techniques) of common stains seen in a patient's oral cavity.
• Compare polishing agents and demonstrate mechanical polishing techniques and operator/patient positions while performing a coronal polish.
• Demonstrate procedural steps in etching appropriate surfaces and applying and adjusting pit and fissure sealants.
• Classify the angles of malocclusion and identify terminology as it relates to orthodontic treatment and demonstrate procedures performed in an orthodontic office as it specifically relates to the designated orthodontic expanded functions.
• Explain indications and contraindications and pharmacological effects of nitrous oxide and demonstrate techniques in the administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide-oxygen relative analgesia.
• Demonstrate the techniques and procedure for removing excess cement.
• Explain the purpose of sutures and suturing techniques and demonstrate the removal process.
• Compare the types, brands names, purpose and composition of various dressings and demonstrate the application and removal technique.
• Distinguish clinical uses for gingival displacement and its limitations and clinical contraindications.
• Summarize the purposes, features and uses of temporary restorations and fabricate a variety of provisional restorations utilizing different materials and armamentarium.
• Apply knowledge in each expanded function and demonstrate competence in preclinical and clinical levels as indicated by the Minnesota Board of Dentistry in the procedural steps for expanded functions covered in this course.
• Utilize infection control protocols, safety precautions and patient management during preclinical and clinical procedures.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, moral attitudes and principles essential when treating all patients including those from diverse populations.