STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 1. Develop a working knowledge of basic dental terminology with particular relevance to dental hygiene.

 2.  Recognize the basic dental hygiene instrument set-up.

 3.  Demonstrate awareness of the various dental specialties, proper spelling and   pronounciation.

 4.  Demonstrate an understanding of HIPAA and how it applies to a dental hygiene clinical setting.

 5.  Discuss proper protocols and procedures for the dental hygiene clinic

 

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.  Introduction of Dental Terminology textbook and relevant chapters.

  A.  Landmarks of the mandible and maxilla

  B.  Classification of the human dentition

  C.  Odontology

  D.  Tooth surfaces,

  E.  Define the meaning of the dental word

  F.  Areas of a tooth

  G.  Surfaces of a tooth

 II.  Classroom pronunciation exercises.

 III.  Instruments

  A.  Identification of basic set-up

  B.  What belongs in your toolbox?

  C.  Organizing your toolbox for 1st year clinic

 IV.  Dental charts are legal documents and importance of correct spelling of dental terms

 V.  HIPAA

  A.  What is it

  B.   How does it apply to an individual student

  C.   How does it apply to a dental hygiene school setting

  D.  How does it apply to a private practice setting

  E.  Can I discuss sensitive patient information with my instructor?

  F.  Can I discuss sensitive patient information with my classmates?

  G.  What is sensitive patient information?

 VI.  HIPAA scenarios.

 VII.  Strategies for being a successful dental hygiene student

 VIII.  Basic clinic protocols/procedures

  A.  What is acceptable attire for clinic

  B.  What is acceptable jewelry for clinic

  C.  To chew or not to chew?

  D.  Cell phone usage

  E.  What to do in case of an emergency

 IX.  Terminology test