Transcript Dental Assisting Program - Germanna Virginia Community

Dental Assisting Program
Information Session
Duties of the Dental Assistant
 assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment
procedures
 taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
 asking about the patient's medical history and
taking blood pressure and pulse
 serving as an infection control officer, developing
infection control protocol and preparing and
sterilizing instruments and equipment
Duties of the Dental Assistant
 helping patients feel comfortable before, during
and after dental treatment
 providing patients with instructions for oral care
following surgery or other dental treatment
procedures, such as the placement of a restoration
(filling)
 teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene
strategies to maintain oral health;
(e.g., toothbrushing, flossing and nutritional
counseling)
Duties of the Dental Assistant
 taking impressions of patients' teeth for study
casts (models of teeth)
 performing office management tasks that often
require the use of a personal computer
 communicating with patients and suppliers (e.g.,
scheduling appointments, answering the
telephone, billing and ordering supplies)
 helping to provide direct patient care in all dental
specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric
dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery
Certificate of Dental Assisting
Program Goals
 To attract and graduate competent and ethical
professionals with the skills and knowledge to practice
as chairside dental assistants.
 To prepare students to pass the Dental Assisting
National Board Exam.
 To prepare students to obtain employment as dental
assistants.
 To prepare students to recognize the need for a
commitment toward professional growth through lifelong learning and participation in professional
activities.
Dental Assisting Program
• Purpose: The curriculum is designed to prepare selected
students to serve in a dynamic and growing health
profession as valuable members of the Dental Health team.
At the successful completion of the program, the student
will be eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board
Examination.
• Transfer Information: Although transfer is not the
primary purpose of a certificate program, GCC credits may
transfer of to other associate degree programs and/or
senior institutions. Students interested in transfer should
contact a counselor or their faculty advisor early in their
program.
American Dental Association
Commission on Dental
Accreditation
 Special Accreditation Status: The curriculum has
received initial accreditation status by the Commission
on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental
Association, a specialized accrediting body recognized
by the Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and
by the U.S. Department of Education. A fall site visit
and final approval in July 2013 is anticipated.
American Dental Association
Commission on Dental
Accreditation
• Third Party Comments
– submitted by interested parties such as faculty, students,
program administrators, Commission consultants, specialty
and dental-related organizations, patients, and/or consumers.
– 60 days prior to each program's site visit to allow time for the
program to respond.
– 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, or by calling
1/800-621-8099, extension 4653.
– All comments submitted must pertain only to the standards
relative to the particular program being reviewed or policies
and procedures used in the accreditation process.
Occupational Objectives
• Dental assistants can work as clinical auxiliaries,
laboratory technicians, educators, researchers,
administrators, managers, program developers,
consumer advocates, sales and marketing managers,
editors, and consultants. Clinical dental assistants may
work in a variety of health care settings such as private
dental offices, schools, public health clinics, hospitals,
managed care organizations, federal and state
institutions, or nursing homes.
Essential Dental Assisting Functions
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Possess front desk and chair-side clinical skills including the abilities to see and hear adequately to
note slight changes in the client’s conditions and to hear adequately to perceive and interpret various
equipment signals.
Possess a good attitude and dedication toward other members of the health care team and patients.
Be a team player, take initiative and be responsible.
Maintain patient confidentiality and communicate satisfactorily with clients, physicians, peers, family
members, and the health care team
Demonstrate sensitivity to patient needs.
Show empathy
Demonstrate adequate eye/hand coordination for dexterity in manipulation of hand instruments and
other equipment used in clinical practice.
Manage the care of a client in a sudden emergency, including one-man CPR when necessary.
Possess the visual acuity to correctly read handwritten orders, medication records, chart contents,
and provide safety for clients.
Despite the foregoing, a qualified person with a disability who can perform these essential functions
with reasonable accommodation will be considered for admission along with other qualified
applicants.
Dental Assisting Code of Ethics
Adopted by the American Dental Assistants’
Association
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Abide by the bylaws and regulations
Maintain loyalty to the Association
Follow Association objectives
Respect members & employees, serve, and act cooperatively with them
Refrain from spreading malicious information regarding the ADAA
Utilize sound business principles related to the organization
Serve the Association and instill public confidence in it
Uphold high personal standards of conduct
Hold separate personal opinions from those endorsed by the ADAA
Refrain from acceptance of compensation from other members
Try to influence relevant legislation in a legal and ethical way
Curriculum Requirements
Student Development . . . . . . . ….SDV 101 or any
approved SDV course . . . . . . . . . . . ……………………... . . .1
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ENG 111 . . ………………... …3
Social Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . ..PSY 200 ... ……………….. . .3
Natural Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . .NAS 150. . ……………….. . ..3
Major Requirements . . . . . . . …………………..…………..
DNA 103, 108, 110, 113, 130, 134, 114, 190, 119, 120,
140………………………………………................................... . . 28
Total Minimum Credits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …………. . . 38
Scheduling
 Prior to entry
 ENG 111, NAS 150, PSY 200, and SDV 101
 Spring 2012
 DNA 103, DNA 108, DNA 110, DNA 113, & DNA 134
 Summer 2012
 DNA 114, DNA 190
 Fall 2012
 DNA 119, DNA 120, DNA 130, & DNA 140
Course Descriptions
Spring Semester
 DNA 103 - Introduction to Oral Health - Teaches anatomy of the head
and neck, the oral cavity hard and soft tissues, as well as tooth
morphology. Includes dental terminology, deciduous and permanent
dentition as well as pathology. Lecture 1 hour per week. 1 credits
 DNA 108 - Dental Science - Studies head and neck anatomy, tooth
morphology, pathological conditions of the oral cavity, disease
processes, and microbiology. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total
5 hours per week. 3 credits
 DNA 110 - Dental Materials - Studies the materials utilized in the
laboratory aspect of dentistry as support in treatment. Emphasis is
placed on the characteristics, manipulation, economical control,
storage, and delivery of materials. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week. 3 credits
Course Descriptions
Spring Semester Continued
 DNA 113 - Chairside Assisting I - Provides instruction on the principles
of clinical chair side dental assisting, dental equipment use and
maintenance, safety, instrument identification, tray set-ups by
procedures, and patient data collection. Emphasis on patient
management during restorative procedures. Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week. 3 credits
 DNA 134 - Dental Radiology & Practicum- Studies techniques and
devices used for protection from ionizing radiation. Teaches biological
effects, cell sensitivity and genetic effects of ionizing radiation.
Includes practice of bisection and parallel techniques on manikins.
Prepares employed dental staff to meet the Virginia Board of
Dentistry's regulations for certification in dental radiation safety
hygiene. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week. 2
credits
Course Descriptions
Summer Semester
 DNA 114 - Chairside Assisting II - Introduces the student to the
various dental specialties including oral surgery, orthodontics,
periodontic, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric
dentistry. Integrates and applies previous course content to
operative dental procedures. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6
hours. Total 8 hours per week. 4 credits
 DNA 190 - Coordinated Internship - Supervises on-the-job
training in selected business, industrial or service firms
coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5
hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours. 1-5 credits
Course Descriptions
Fall Semester
 DNA 130 - Dental Office Management - Exposes students to and
provides practical experience in the legal aspects of dental office
management with regard to ethics, jurisprudence, appointment
control, recall systems, reception techniques, telephone
techniques, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, insurance
claims, inventory control, and professional conduct in a dental
office. Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 0-3 hours. Total 2-5 hours
per week. 2-3 credits
 DNA 119 - Dental Therapeutics - Exposes students to concepts
and terminology related to pharmacology, pain control, and
dental medicinal agents. Emphasis is placed on the use of
materials in patient treatment. Lecture 1 hour per week. 1
credits
Course Descriptions
Fall Semester Continued
 DNA 120 - Community Health - Studies topics related to
community health issues including identification of
specific diseases, symptoms, causes, and effects. An
emphasis is placed on the promotion of oral health in the
community through patient education in oral home care
techniques, dietary counseling, plaque control procedures
and application of medicinal agents. Lecture 1 hour per
week. 1 credit
 DNA 140 - Externship - Exposes students to the fast pace of
a dental practice while they perform support services with
an established team. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 12 hours.
Total 13 hours per week. 5 credits
Yes! This is what I want to do…
 Responsibilities of Dental Assisting Students
To prepare students for the high ethical standards of
the health professions, the College expects absolute
academic integrity both in the classroom and in
clinical practice.
 Students in dental assisting program incur a variety of
expenses in addition to college tuition and fees.
Student Responsibilities
 Comply with the dress code.
 Maintain liability/malpractice insurance.
 Complete learning experiences at local clinics, private
offices, and/or other community-based agencies.
 Provide their own transportation to clinical
assignments.
Student Responsibilities
 Responsible for any expenses incurred related to
occupational injuries or accidents and for subsequent
treatment.
 Comply with all clinical contract protocols including
immunization requirements, drug screening and
background checks.
 Must keep their CPR certifications current.
Student Responsibilities
 May not replace or take the responsibility of “qualified”
staff in affiliated facilities.
 Demonstrate professional behavior consistent with
standards associated with health care practitioners.
Yes, I still want to do it! What do I
have to do?
 Be admitted to Germanna Community College
 Must have a high school diploma or GED.
 MTE 1 and 2 or appropriate placement scores within
five years.
 A 2.0 average in academic work is necessary for
consideration.
 Applicants must attend a dental assisting program
informational meeting with a dental faculty advisor.
Submitting The Application
 Completed applications, including HOBET exam
results, answered essay questions, official transcripts
of all secondary and postsecondary courses, and 2
letters of recommendation must be received by the
Department of Dental Program by October 1st .
Competitive & Selective
Admissions
 The applicants with:
 the highest HOBET exam scores
 The highest GPA
 The most credits completed toward the Certificate in
Dental Assisting.
 Answers to short essay questions
 2 letters of recommendation
HOBET Exam
 THREE chances to pass each of the required categories
of the preadmission test.
 Students must wait a week (7 calendar days) between
each retake, and may opt to only re‐take the
unsuccessful sections of the test.
 Pre‐admission computer based test takes
approximately 3.5 hours to complete, all sections of the
test.
HOBET Exam
 A preparatory study guide they can be obtained
from ATI for $40.00, refer to
http://www.atitesting.com. For further
information.
 In order to register to take the HOBET test,
student applicants MUST create an account prior
to taking the test, this can be satisfied by logging
in to http://www.atitesting.com and select “Create
new account” to create your username and
password.
HOBET Test
 Bring your username and password with you to the Testing
Center. At the time of username and password
establishment you will not be allowed to pay at that time,
however once you opt to test then payment will be required
to obtain the necessary testing code. The cost of the exam
is $25.00. Please go to either the LGC or FAC testing centers
to pay for the test online. The established username and
password, as well as an active debit or credit card will be
needed. Upon confirmed payment, the student applicant
will be able to proceed to take the timed test. (Payment will
require knowledge of how to make an online payment
using a credit card)
HOBET Test
 Student applicants will get their HOBET results
immediately upon the completion of the test and they
are asked to print or scan a copy of their results for
inclusion in their dental assisting application.
Other Facts To Know
 A current working knowledge of the basic
computer use and the principles of biology, math,
and chemistry is expected.
 In all dental assisting courses, math, science, and
computer literacy courses should have been
successfully completed within the previous five
years.
 Deficiencies may be corrected through appropriate
courses at Germanna prior to admission to the
program.
Other Facts To Know
 The Virginia Board of Dentistry may deny any
applicant for licensure if the applicant has willfully
committed a felony/misdemeanor under laws of
the Commonwealth of Virginia or of the United
States.
 It is strongly recommended that students maintain
health insurance. The college is not responsible
for any health care expenses that may occur as a
result of an occupational injury or hazard.
Policy on Blood-borne
Pathogens
 Germanna Community College complies with all
recommendations and requirements issued by the
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
(OSHA). Any prospective students interested in
receiving a copy of the program’s policies on bloodborne pathogens should contact Misty L. Mesimer at
540-423-9823 or [email protected].
Career Opportunities
Dental Assistant II - Virginia
 “means a person under the direction of a dentist who is
registered to perform reversible, intraoral procedures
as specified”
 Must have a CDA
 Registered with/by the Board of Dentistry
Additional Training for the DA II
 At least 50 hours of didactic course work in dental
anatomy and operative dentistry
 Laboratory/Clinical Training
 placing, packing, carving and polishing of amalgam
restorations = 120 hours
 placing and shaping composite resin restorations = 180
 taking final impressions and use of a non-epinephrine
retraction cord = 60
 final cementation of crowns and bridges after
adjustment and fitting by the dentist = 90 hours
Additional Training for the DA II
 A written examination at the conclusion of the 50
hours of didactic coursework;
 A practical examination at the conclusion of each
module of laboratory training; and
 A comprehensive written examination at the
conclusion of all required coursework, training and
experience for each of the corresponding modules.
More Career Opportunities
 Office/Practice Management
 Registered Dental Hygienist
 DDS or DMD
 Consulting
Department Contacts
Misty Mesimer, RDH, MSCH, CDA
Marlana Gravely, MSDH, RDH, CDA
2130 Germanna Highway
Locust Grove, VA 22508
540-423-9823
http://www.germanna.edu/dnh/dentalassisting/?menuc
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