Abstract
This subject introduces students to the fundamental knowledge and skills required for the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene). Through classroom and simulation clinic participation, students begin to develop the cognitive and fine motor application skills needed for proficient oral health care delivery. The concepts of clinical preparation and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
This subject will cover the following topics:
Introduction to the profession;Infection prevention and control;Ethics and professionalism;Introduction to dental caries and periodontal disease;Introduction to hygiene instrumentation within the simulation clinic;Introduction to therapy practices within the simulation clinic;Clinical documentation procedures and informed consent;Risk assessment and preventative strategies;Evidenced based practice;Dental radiography and interpretation; … For more content click the Read More button below.
Assessment items
1. Mini tests
2. Mid-session exam
3. Reflective portfolio
4. Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
5. Final exam
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
describe and apply basic concepts of professionalism and ethics, reflective practice, policies, sustainable practice, infection control, and workplace health and safety procedures effectively;
2.
identify and describe the tissues of the periodontium in health and in disease, the aetiology, classification and progression of periodontal disease and risk factors associated with the disease;
3.
describe and compare the physical and chemical properties of restorative, preventative and impression materials, their clinical indications and contra-indications, their chairside handling and their waste management processes, discussing their applications and implementing appropriately when required;
4.
identify carious and non-carious tooth loss, describe its aetiology and associated risk factors;
5.
describe and apply the main components of history taking and comprehensive examinations, patient prognosis, diagnosis, treatment planning and outcomes, preventative strategies and be able to summarise key elements of patient information;
6.
describe and apply the principles of radiography, including the different types of intra-oral radiographs, their indications, clinical techniques, and common errors, and accurately read and interpret radiographs; and
7.
identify, describe and utilise appropriate dental instruments, materials and medicaments to perform dental procedures safely and competently in the simulation clinic.
Enrolment restrictions
Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)
Incompatible
Replacement
Work integrated learning
Placement Duration 15 hours Details Students will undertake a minimum of 15 hours of Work Integrated Learning (placement) at the Charles Sturt Dental Clinic patient clinic.Prior to starting placement students will be required to obtain a Senior First Aid Certificate, proof of appropriate immunisation, and National Police and Working with … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning resources
Additional resources required by students
Students attending compulsory Work Integrated Learning will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.
Prior to starting placement students will be required to obtain a Senior First Aid Certificate, proof of appropriate immunisation, and National Police and Working with Children checks.