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Abstract

This subject builds on the concepts and principles introduced in the first year of the course. The progression of oral diseases, their management, and associated risk factors will be examined. Students will continue to develop their oral health practitioner skills in the simulation clinic, including complex cavity designs and restorations, … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Ethics;Evidence-based practice and treatment planning;Development of advanced restorative dentistry skills & dental material application supported by relevant underlying theory;Exodontia;Dental trauma;Diagnosis and management of oral conditions relating to the teeth and the periodontium II;Management of patients across the lifespan, including child, adolescent, and elderly patients; andPatient care, including application of theoretical … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
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be able to apply knowledge of sustainable practice, infection control, and workplace health and safety procedures in both simulation and patient clinic settings;
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be able to correctly utilise appropriate dental instruments and select materials and medicaments to perform dental procedures for oral health therapy practice;
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have the ability to accurately undertake comprehensive oral examinations, special investigations relating to pain, risk assessments, care planning including implementation of effective preventive strategies and required treatment modalities, and identification of when an appropriate referral is required;
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be able to accurately examine, diagnose, treatment plan, and provide appropriate treatment for patients presenting with periodontal diseases;
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be able to accurately interpret radiographs to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning;
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be able to undertake safe and ethical patient care that is inclusive of a range of cultural and linguistic diversities;
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be able to demonstrate satisfactory and safe knowledge and skills relating to materials and advanced cavity preparations and restorations for both deciduous and permanent teeth in a simulation clinic setting;
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be able to demonstrate proficiency in the following tasks in the simulation clinic: class II deciduous cavity preparations and restorations in composite resin and glass ionomer, class III cavity preparations and restorations, powered instrumentation, deep caries management, exodontia, pulpotomies, and stainless steel crowns;
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be able to interpret and analyse signs, symptoms, and examination results to determine a correct diagnosis and management options for pulpal and periapical pathologies;
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be able to discuss the management and of deep caries lesions and how these strategies are implemented;
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be able to describe the presentation of molar incisor hypomineralisation and discuss the treatment options for this condition;
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be able to describe the clinical presentation of ameleogenesis imperfecta, dentinogenesis imperfecta, and fluorosis, and discuss their management strategies;
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be able to identify and explain principles cavity designs, preparations, and restorative techniques for different restorative materials and procedures;
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be able to discuss indications, contraindications, clinical assessment, and management steps for pulpotomies and stainless steel crowns;
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be able to discuss indications, contraindications, and management steps for the atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) technique and stainless steel crown Hall technique;
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be able to discuss indications, contraindications, and complications of deciduous tooth extractions, and demonstrate correct instrument selection, techniques, and steps involved in undertaking extractions of deciduous teeth;
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be able to discuss causes and management considerations and options for dentinal hypersensitivity and non-carious tooth loss;
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be able to identify the different classifications of dental trauma and describe appropriate treatment modalities and management of patients presenting with trauma;
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be able to identify common oral conditions and discuss considerations for management of patients across the lifespan, including child, adolescent, and elderly patients;
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be able to identify fixed and removable dental prostheses and discuss their hygiene and management considerations;
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be able to describe qualities of tooth colour and colour perception, the different forms of bleaching, and risks/contraindications to bleaching;
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be able to demonstrate skills in reflective clinical practice;
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be able to use an evidence-based approach to patient management; and
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be able to identify and apply effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication skills, including accurately maintaining clinical records.

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 280 hours Details Students will complete 40 days (approx 280hrs) of placement in the Wagga Wagga Charles Sturt Dental Clinic during this subject. Students enrolled on the Wagga campus will complete this placement on a weekly basis during session 1 and 2, students enrolled on the Holmesglen campus … For more content click the Read More button below.