DEN214 — Current Topics in Dental Hygiene
DEN 214 - Current Topics in Dental Hygiene DEN 214 - Current Topics in Dental Hygiene Review of current topics relevant to the contemporary practice of dental hygiene, including dental specialties, risk management and the hygienist’s role in the care of special patients. Emphasis is on case-based learning and patient case presentation derived from the student’s clinical experience. Describe those physical conditions that may necessitate treatment alterations and understand the evidence-based rational for those treatment modalities. Describe the Americans With Disabilities Act and the role it plays in advocating accessibility for patients with special needs. Apply the concepts of evidence-based care to patient assessment, treatment planning, implementation, and evaluation of all patients. Apply these concepts of evidence-based care to the investigation and evaluation of case studies in preparation for the National Board Examination as well as the student’s individual Case-Based Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy Project. Describe and apply the concepts of risk management as it relates to the practice of dental hygiene. Describe the various types of oral piercings and explain the risks associated with each type of piercing procedure. Enrichment of Cultural Diversity through interaction with the BCC International Student Organization. Share clinical patient experiences through classroom discussion by investigating numerous case studies in dental hygiene. Intended Learning Outcome: