Oral Health Practice 2 (ORAL20005)

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

• Examine, diagnose, plan and provide treatment as specified by Dental Practice legislation within Australia for Oral Health Therapy (dental therapy and dental hygiene) ;
• Critically evaluate responses to treatment provided to patients, identify limitations of particular treatment modalities and adapt care appropriately;
• Effectively communicate information regarding oral health status, treatment options and potential outcomes to the patient (and their family), oral health and general health care providers as necessary; and
• Demonstrate effective patient management while respecting the psychosocial, social and cultural differences of individuals.

Identify:

• And evaluate various techniques associated with the prevention and conservative management of common oral diseases; and
• Conditions beyond the scope of dental hygiene and dental therapy and to facilitate appropriate referrals.

Have developed knowledge and skills to:

• Understand and apply the philosophy of total oral health care and appreciate the relationship of dental therapy and dental hygiene care with the general and specialist dental treatment in the overall care-plan for the patient; and

Work effectively as a team member and to use self-reflection to continuously monitor and improve performance.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject, students should have developed skills in:

• Observation and organisation;
• Communication;
• Multimedia;
• Planning and presenting;
• Leadership and team work;
• Comprehension and critical analysis of scientific concepts and principles;
• Self-evaluation/assessment;
• Critical analysis and decision making.