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Lesson 1  Preventive Dentistry

Introduction to Oral Prophylaxis - Types, Uses, and Maintenance of Periodontal Equipment - Periodontal Scaling Instruments - Instrument Grasp - Oral Prophylaxis Procedures - Oral Hygiene Instructions - Application of Pit and Fissure Sealants

 

Lesson 2  Operative Dentistry

Introduction - Identification of Operative Instruments - Miscellaneous Instruments, Materials, and Equipment - Basic Dental Procedures - Operative Procedures

 

Lesson 3  Oral Surgery Assistance

Oral Surgery Function - Oral Surgery Procedures - Surgical Instruments - Assisting in Dental Surgery - Pre-Surgical Procedures - Surgical Procedures - Post-Operative Procedures

 

Lesson 4  Periodontic Assistance

Periodontics - Examination, Charting, and Treatment Plan - Basic Periodontal Instruments - Periodontal Surgery Instruments - Routine Periodontal Procedures - Periodontal Surgery Procedures of the Soft and Hard Tissues - Instrument Sharpening

 

Lesson 5  Endodontic Assistance

Dental Specialty of Endodontics - Types of Procedures - Steps in Pulpectomy and Root Canal Treatment

 

Lesson 6  Prosthodontic Assistance

Introduction to Prosthodontics - Types of Fixed Prosthetics - Types of Removable Prosthetic Prostheses - Prosthodontic Materials - Basic Prosthodontic Equipment - Basic Prosthodontic Instruments - Preliminary Impressions - Fabricating Casts - Trimming Casts - Fabricating Custom Impressions - Fabricating Mouthguards and Vacuum-Formed Templates - Simple Acrylic Repairs - Prosthodontic Chairside Assisting - Standard Operating Procedures for the Prosthetics Lab - Guidelines for Infection Control in the Dental Lab -  Dental Treatment Room Emergencies

 

Lesson 7  Dental Treatment Room Emergencies

Preventing Medical Emergency Situations - Emergency Response Team - Basic Life Support - Use of Oxygen Supply - Duties During Administration of Medication