Course Title: Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2021
Course Code: DENT5848C
Course Title: Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4406 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Oral Health Promotion)
Course Contact: Ms Sue Fatone
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1406
Course Contact Email: sue.fatone@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 330
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This course describes the skills and knowledge required to implement an individualised oral hygiene program and promote oral health. This unit applies to dental assistants and to other health care workers who are actively involved in promoting the general well-being of patients through promotion of healthy eating habits and good oral health.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDEN004 Implement an individualised oral hygiene program |
Element: |
1.Implement a prescribed oral health education program |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow a prescribed oral health education program 1.2 Review patient’s current oral hygiene routines 1.3 Provide information on the causes and prevention of oral diseases to patient or carer appropriately and completely using language that can be easily understood 1.4 Provide an appropriate environment for patient or carer to ask questions and become involved in improving their oral health 1.5 Actively encourage patient or carer to follow an effective individual oral health program 1.6 Implement a review strategy to determine the effectiveness of the oral health education program |
Element: |
2. Demonstrate oral hygiene techniques to patient or carer |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Demonstrate the presence of plaque to patient or carer using disclosing solution 2.2 Demonstrate a variety of relevant oral hygiene techniques specific to patient needs 2.3 Provide information about the advantages of different oral hygiene techniques and involve patient or carer in the decision-making process 2.4 Assist patient or carer in implementing relevant oral hygiene techniques 2.5 Demonstrate how to use appropriate aids specific to patient needs and necessary to achieve and maintain effective oral hygiene 2.6 Evaluate patient or carer oral hygiene techniques and give further instruction when appropriate 2.7 Provide information appropriately on the effectiveness and availability of fluoride as directed by the operator |
Element: |
3. Provide appropriate advice on cariogenic food and drinks |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Involve patient or carer in a review of current dietary habits 3.2 Develop and give patient or carer appropriate information on acids and fermentable carbohydrates in a manner they can understand 3.3 Actively encourage patient or carer to ask questions or express views |
Element: |
4. Perform a saliva diagnostic test and record the results |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Provide full details of the procedure to patient or carer 4.2 Provide specific instructions to patient or carer before the appointment where a saliva diagnostic test is planned 4.3 Select and prepare appropriate materials for a saliva diagnostic test 4.4 Perform a resting or unstimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions 4.5 Perform a stimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions |
Element: |
5. Implement a prescribed prevention program to suit an individual patient |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Provide information appropriately, and as directed by the operator, on lifestyle change to assist with diminished salivary flow 5.2 Provide appropriate information on materials that can provide additional external protection to the teeth 5.3 Explain methods to increase salivary stimulation as directed by the operator 5.4 Assist the patient or carers to implement prescribed oral hygiene programs in response to saliva quality and composition |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, students should be able to;
- Implement a prescribed oral health education program
- Demonstrate oral hygiene techniques to patient or carer
- Provide appropriate advice on cariogenic food and drinks
- Perform a saliva diagnostic test and record the results
- Implement a prescribed prevention program to suit an individual patient
Details of Learning Activities
As part of this course you are required to be mentored by a dental professional at your workplace /location who holds the necessary scope of practice in oral hygiene/oral health to attain the necessary skills and knowledge to be a competent oral health educator .
class exercises to review discussions/lectures
practical demonstrations in lab
online discussion and participation
analysis/critique of relevant reading material
seminars/workshops
short answer study tasks
group projects
peer learning
guest lecture/presentation
class presentations
group discussion
research
practical placement
simulated workplace activities
Teaching Schedule
Session Number |
Teacher |
Date Location |
SESSION TOPICS |
1 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE
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Introduction to the unit and expectations Assessment requirements What is oral health Principles of oral health education (OHE) The role of the DA in oral health education Target population groups Health determinants Complete readings & review questions
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2 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE
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Health determinants continues Oral health assessment and patient- centred care The value of the medical history and patient questioning
Link between general health and oral health
Instruction to healthy tissues and departure form normal
|
3 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE
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Plaque (Biofilm) Composition Stages of formation Impact of biofilm on health of the oral tissues Plaque disclosing and interpretation Introduction to plaque control techniques
|
4 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE
|
Saliva Importance of saliva Functions of saliva Causes of diminished saliva Strategies to stimulate salivary flow
|
5 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE
|
Dental caries -Aetiology Rampant caries Early childhood caries Incipient caries Root caries Dental erosion Risk factors Protective interventions
|
|
6
|
ES |
Lecture ONLINE
|
Periodontal diseases & aetiology
Risk factors Prevention strategies |
7 |
ES |
Self- managed task CANVAS
|
Topic: Nutrition and the impact on oral health
READ posted resources in preparation for next class (#8)
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8 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE
|
Nutrition and oral health Australian nutritional guidelines and how to use How much is too much sugar? Hidden sugars in the diet: reading food labels Dietary assessment of the patient: using the 3 day diet template
Issue dietary diary X2 to complete for class 16
Issue oral presentation task Topic: nutrition fundamentals for population target groups Due class 17
|
9 |
ES |
Practical am
GC guest |
Saliva testing Lecture ONLINE, interpretation and prac Saliva testing prac
Guest speaker Trish Hogan
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10
|
ES |
Self- managed task CANVAS
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Topic: Motivational interviewing and effective communication
Complete modules & upload the corresponding certificates #1 Task Online module: go to dentalcare.com
Topic: Smoking and its impact on oral health #2 Task |
11 |
|
Lecture ONLINE rotation with HLTDEN010 lab Pm
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Topic: Fluoride in the communal water supplies Guidelines for use of fluorides in Australia: ADJ 2020 Legislative requirements in the use of fluoride products
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12 |
|
Workshop ONLINE Am
|
Case studies on nutrition task
|
13 |
|
Self- managed task CANVAS pm
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Oral hygiene instruction to the patient
Preparation for clinic:
Home study #1 REVIEW ( videos )
Home study #2 TASK
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14 |
|
Self- managed task CANVAS
|
Commence development of your portfolio of patient handouts for clinic
Some resources are available in canvas for you to consider
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15 |
ES |
Workshop
Practical
All day at RMIT
|
Preparation for patient work Topic 1: Oral hygiene instruction to the patient Product selection Group case studies and workshop (Task #14)
NOTE: Ensure that you have reviewed videos for this class
Student to student activities
Issue 1.prep document for clinic scheduled for 28 September 2. diet diary template X2
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16 |
ES |
Practical
ALL DAY
Student to student
3rd floor lab |
Preparing for clinical practice Each student will conduct the following activities on 2 students
• Oral health check/history taking/interview • Risk assessment • Saliva test/plaque disclosing • Oral hygiene advice/tooth brushing /interdental cleaning • Collect dietary diary • Oral health plan: setting objectives with the patient • Diet diary analysis • Oral hygiene advice for home care including products with rationale • Includes smoking cessation
Log book for 10 patients issued Patient case assessment issued |
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To commence 10 patients at your work location |
17 |
ES |
Class ONLINE am Student Oral presentations |
Nutrition through the life cycle and the impact on oral health Preparation for patient work Frequency of eating, Hydration, RDI
|
18 |
ES |
Workshop ONLINE
|
Review of progression of clinical patients Discussion and task: Impact on oral tissues of
|
19 |
|
Lecture ONLINE
Guest TBC
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Topic: Smoking and oral health
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20 |
ES |
Self- managed task CANVAS
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Topic 1: Oral health: influencing health behaviours Effective communication Readings and task
Topic 2: Oral health and Special needs II
Lectopia sessions task
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21 |
ES |
Self- managed task CANVAS
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REVIEW Traumatic injuries of teeth and tooth surface loss
Prevention & management strategies
|
22 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE |
Minimum intervention strategies 1.Risk assessment for oral diseases Risk factors for dental caries and periodontal disease Risk factors for oral candida and oral cancer 2. Dietary analysis of the patient
3. Oral hygiene instruction to the needs of the patient 4. Protective factors to prevent dental caries Class discussion Case “Mr K” task
|
23 |
ES |
Lecture /Tutorial ONLINE
|
The geriatric patient and oral health Products suited to the older patient Case study
|
24 |
ES |
Lecture ONLINE |
The child patient and oral health education Prevention of sports injuries Mouthguard hygiene Class case study task |
25 |
ES |
Workshop ONLINE
|
Review tutorial #1 Case study discussion and task
|
26 |
ES |
Practical ASSESSMENT All day |
Log book assessment patient (student to student)
3rd floor SIM lab
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27 |
ES |
Practical ASSESSMENT ALL day |
Log book assessment patient (student to student)
3rd floor SIM lab
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28 |
ES |
Workshop ONLINE am
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Review tutorial #2 Case study discussion and task Prepare for the knowledge test
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31 |
ES |
ASSESSMENT ONLINE
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Supervised knowledge test: 90 mins
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32 |
ES |
ASSESSMENT ONLINE Half day
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Case presentation X1 per student: oral presentation upload copy into canvas
Clinical Log book fully completed due: upload into canvas
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33 |
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ASSESSMENT ONLINE Full day
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Case presentation X1 per student: oral presentation upload copy into canvas
Clinical Log book fully completed due: upload into canvas
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Please note: This session plan is subject to change due staffing and available resources.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Bird, D; Robinson,D; ( current ed) Modern Dental Assisting. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier,
Laskaris, G; (2019) Pocket Atlas of Oral Diseases; 3rd edition; Thieme Germany
Felton , S; Chapman, A; (2014) Basic Guide to Oral Health Education and Promotion, 2nd Ed. Wiley UK (this is available online via RMIT library website)
Fehrenbach, M; (2019) Mosby’s Dental Dictionary, 4th edition; Elsevier; US
Ramseier, C; Suven, J: ( 2010) Health behavior change in the Dental practice; 1st edition; Wiley-Blackwell USA
Therapeutic Guidelines Ltd; (2019) Therapeutic Guidelines: Oral and Dental; Version 3; Therapeutic Guidelines, Australia . (To obtain this version: contact Therapeutic Guidelines Ltd directly on +61 3 93291566) Students receive a discount with student ID number.
Mims Online – Available through RMIT library https://primo-direct-apac.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/f/1d27kpc/RMIT_ALMA5191722100001341
Research articles and links to additional resources will be provided in the class canvas file for each class pertaining to the class theme/topic/concept
Overview of Assessment
There must be evidence that you have provided complete and appropriate information to at least 10 different patients including:
- providing information on the prevention of oral diseases
- providing advice and demonstrating oral hygiene techniques
- inform and motivate behaviour change.
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency.
Regular attendance is necessary.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks and consist of knowledge assessment, case studies and practical based tasks.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1 – Clinical log book
You will be undertaking this assessment process across 2 semesters in the dental clinic context under the supervision and mentoring of a suitably qualified dental practitioner(s) or oral health educator, implementing oral hygiene education for at least 10 different patients
including:
- providing information on the prevention of oral diseases
- providing advice and demonstrating oral hygiene techniques
- using learning and motivational skills to inform and motivate behaviour change.
Assessment Task 2 – Supervised knowledge test
This assessment is a supervised test covering the knowledge evidence ( refer above ) of the unit and including
- providing information on risk factors for oral diseases, and
-providing advice on prevention of oral diseases
Assessment Task 3– Case presentation
For this assessment task, you will choose an individual patient case from your clinical log book and deliver complete and appropriate
information in PowerPoint format following a prescribed framework related to that patient including:
- providing information on the prevention of oral diseases
- providing advice and demonstrating oral hygiene techniques
- using learning and motivational skills to inform and motivate behaviour change
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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