DNTA 1313 - Dental Materials I

Description
Provides students with an understanding of dental materials used in intraoral and lab procedures and experience in manipulation. This course is a study of the physical properties and origin of dental materials. Laboratory experiences are designed to develop competency in skills of identification, manipulation, and application of the materials in dental procedures. Emphasis is on cements and restorative materials.

Pre-Requisite
Acceptance into the Dental Assisting programs of study.

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
25 lecture hours 25 lab hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Fall

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Demonstrate effective infection control procedures
Correctly care for dental equipment
Assist in the delivery of dental care
Identify and care for dental handpieces and accessories
Identify and explain the uses of dental hand instruments
Assist in moisture control
Recognize and express principles of pharmacology
Assist in pain management and control
Identify examples of child maltreatment and explain process for reporting child abuse
Demonstrate proficiency in coronal polishing
Demonstrate proficiency in sealant placement

General Education Outcomes Supported

Students develop higher order thinking skills.
Students can employ a variety of sources to locate, evaluate, and use Information.

Standard Practices
Topics list

Infection Prevention Protocols
Disinfection and Sterilization Standards
Equipment maintenance and repair
Procedural set-ups with instruments and materials
Grasp importance of moisture control while performing restorative procedures
Anesthetic and pain management
Coronal polishing procedure and theories of use
Sealant placement procedure and theories of use Learning activities
Didactic instruction will be delivered either in the classroom setting or through virtual systems.
Didactic instruction will include models, manikins, videos, and diagrams to reinforce topics discussed.
Laboratory exercises will align with the didactic portion of the course.
Infection Prevention Protocols will be of primary importance and will be integrated into each and every lab process.
Laboratory exercises will utilize models, manikins, and classmates to locate and identify oral and dental structures.
Disinfection and sterilization laboratories will utilize standard dental equipment for training and will include equipment safety training.
Students will learn new terminology and experience varied learning methods to reinforce the General Education outcomes of higher order thinking skills and information literacy.

Assessments

Final grade will be based on the average of all exams, quizzes, homework, and labs.
Examinations: Final written exam is comprehensive and scored on a percentage basis. Final Practical exam is comprehensive of all skills/topics covered during course.
Quizzes: A quiz may be given at any time during the course. Make-up quizzes are at the instructor’s discretion.
Homework: Assignments may be given at any time during the course and will be due when designated by the instructor. Material turned in after designated time/date will not be accepted and will result in a grade of “0”.
Labs: Designed for student to gain skill with new procedures. Labs are scored on a Pass/Fail basis. Students must achieve a Pass in order to advance in course.

Grading guidelines

A=90-100%
B=80-89%
C=70-79%

*You must maintain a grade of C or higher to progress in the Dental Assisting Program