Master The Art Of Dentistry : Prepare For Dental School/Work

Get Ready for Dental Professions

What you'll learn

Understand Dental Anatomy and Physiology: Describe the structure and function of teeth, oral tissues, and associated structures.

Demonstrate Knowledge of Oral Health and Disease: Explain the common oral health issues, including dental caries, periodontal diseases, and oral cancers.

Perform Dental Examination and Diagnosis: Conduct a basic dental examination and oral health assessment. Recognize signs and symptoms of dental infections.

Gain Proficiency in Infection Control: Demonstrate knowledge of infection control protocols and universal precautions.

Develop Patient Communication Skills: Communicate effectively with patients to obtain medical histories and explain treatment options.

Learn Dental Procedures and Techniques: Perform basic dental procedures, such as dental cleanings and fillings, under supervision.

Ethical and Legal Considerations: Understand the ethical principles and legal regulations governing the practice of dentistry.

Promote Oral Health Education: Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive measures. Create oral health awareness within the community.

Requirements

No experience required.

Description

Upon successful completion of this dentistry course, students should be able to:1. **Understand Dental Anatomy and Physiology:**   - Describe the structure and function of teeth, oral tissues, and associated structures.   - Identify the different types of teeth and their functions.2. **Demonstrate Knowledge of Oral Health and Disease:**   - Explain the common oral health issues, including dental caries, periodontal diseases, and oral cancers.   - Discuss risk factors for oral diseases and strategies for prevention.3. **Perform Dental Examination and Diagnosis:**   - Conduct a basic dental examination and oral health assessment.   - Recognize signs and symptoms of common dental conditions.4. **Learn Comprehensive Dental Radiography:**   - Understand the principles and techniques of dental radiography.   - Interpret dental radiographs for diagnostic purposes.5. **Develop Patient Communication Skills:**   - Communicate effectively with patients to obtain medical histories and explain treatment options.   - Practice empathy and active listening when interacting with patients.6. **Learn Dental Procedures and Techniques:**   - Perform basic dental procedures, such as dental cleanings and fillings, under supervision.   - Familiarize with dental instruments and their uses.7. **Ethical and Legal Considerations:**   - Understand the ethical principles and legal regulations governing the practice of dentistry.   - Identify potential ethical dilemmas and how to address them.8. **Patient Management and Chairside Assistance:**   - Assist the dentist during various dental procedures.   - Manage patient anxiety and provide comfort in the dental chair.9. **Promote Oral Health Education:**    - Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive measures.    - Create oral health awareness within the community.10. **Understand Dental Practice Management:**    - Familiarize with the business aspects of dentistry, including practice setup, finances, and insurance.11. **Cultural Competence and Diversity:**    - Recognize and respect cultural and diversity-related factors in patient care.12. **Continuing Professional Development:**    - Appreciate the importance of lifelong learning and staying updated with advancements in dentistry.These learning objectives provide a comprehensive overview of the skills and knowledge that students should acquire during the dentistry course. Depending on the specific course and its goals, these objectives can be adjusted and expanded upon to meet the educational needs of the program.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Basic Medical Dentistry Introduction

Lecture 2 Biochemistry

Lecture 3 Dental Materials, Salivary Flow and Glands

Lecture 4 Dental Treatments

Lecture 5 Dental Immunity

Lecture 6 Dental Diseases

Lecture 7 Dental Pharmacology Cheat Sheet & Dental Cheat Sheet

Section 2: Lecture 2: Dental Emergencies

Lecture 8 Dental Emergencies

Lecture 9 Patient Care

Lecture 10 Interdisciplinary Collaborations in Dentistry

Section 3: Professional Ethics in Clinical Settings

Lecture 11 Professional Ethics in Clinical Settings

Lecture 12 Professional Communication in a Clinical Setting

Lecture 13 EXTRA: Ethics in Clinical Trials

Lecture 14 EXTRA: Root Canal Treatment

This course is for anyone who is willing to learn in a comprehensive way the fundemental basics of Dentistry including those that are interested in working in the dental field