CLUSTER
Health Science Education
COURSE
Dental Terminology
WVEIS CODE
0748
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course contains the dental terminology needed for entry-level employment as a Dental Assistant within
both clinical and administrative areas. The course includes an overview of the role, function and utilization of
dental terminology. Major instructional components include the use of dental terminology in the following
areas: odontology and anatomical landmarks, infection control, chair side assisting, radiography, dental
laboratory, pharmacology and emergency care, business office procedures and dental specialties.
*This course is recommended as an elective for the Allied Health Sciences Concentration (Dental Assisting
Specialization).
SKILL SETS
Dental Terminology
Odontology and Anatomical Landmarks
Infection Control
Chair Side Assisting
Radiography
Dental Laboratory
Pharmacology and Emergency Care
Business Office Procedures
Dental Terminology
Skill Set
Knowledge Objectives
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Performance Objectives
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Knowledge Objectives
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Performance Objectives
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Knowledge Objectives
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WVEIS 0748
Dental Terminology
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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use of dental terminology in oral and written communications.
prefixed, roots and suffixes used in dental terminology.
Students will
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determine the steps in analyzing the definition of dental acronyms.
pronounce commonly used dental terms.
spell and pronounce commonly used dental root words, prefixes and suffixes.
recognize commonly used acronyms and abbreviations.
Odontology and Anatomical Landmarks
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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effective communication techniques using terminology associated with
odontology and anatomical landmarks.
Students will
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articulate the major bones of the face and skull.
articulate the major muscles of mastication and illustrate positioning.
determine the location and function of the salivary glands.
locate and pronounce oral cavity landmarks.
articulate dentitions and related terms.
examine tissues and membranes that make up the periodontium.
examine tooth surfaces and characteristic landmarks.
Infection Control
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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effective communication techniques using terminology associated with
infection control.
Performance Objectives Students will
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Skill Set
Knowledge Objectives
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examine signs, symptoms and sources related to common disease conditions.
determine transmission and prevention of pathogenic agents.
distinguish government agencies concerned with the control of disease.
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Chair Side Assisting
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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effective communication techniques using terminology associated with clinical
Chair Side Assisting.
Performance Objectives
Students will
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Knowledge Objectives
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Performance Objectives
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recognize terminology related to diseases associated with teeth, tissues and structures
of the head.
articulate commonly used dental terms related to chair side procedures.
differentiate between types and properties of dental restorative materials.
relate and pronounce terms related to the preparation and isolation of the operative
area.
Radiography
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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effective communication techniques using terminology associated with
radiography.
Students will
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articulate terms associated with the production and properties of roentgen rays.
demonstrate acceptable methods for radiation protection.
determine types of radiographs and qualities necessary for diagnosis.
implement steps to process dental radiographs.
assess common radiographic errors and the causes of each.
Skill Set
Dental Laboratory
Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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Performance Objectives
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Knowledge Objectives
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Performance Objectives
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effective communication techniques using terminology associated with dental
laboratory materials and procedures.
Students will
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identify materials used in the dental laboratory and give examples of their uses.
relate characteristics of descriptive or manipulative dental materials.
demonstrate the major fixed and removable prosthodontic appliances.
Pharmacology and Emergency Care
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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effective communication techniques using terminology associated with
pharmacology and emergency care.
Students will
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examine regulatory bodies concerned with the control of medications/drugs.
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determine effects of drugs on the body.
examine parts of a prescription and explain routes of drug administration.
distinguish the classification of drugs commonly used in dentistry.
research equipment and materials needed in prevention and treatment of emergencies.
articulate terms related to CPR and other common medical emergencies.
examine common emergencies occurring in a dental office.
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Knowledge Objectives
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Performance Objectives
Business Office Procedures
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
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effective communication techniques using terminology associated with
business office procedures.
Students will
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demonstrate oral and written communications related to office procedures.
compare types of appointments and correlated scheduling terms.
examine dental insurance terms and discuss types of dental insurance plans.
examine common banking terms and discuss types of financial disbursements used in
a dental office.
select terms related to purchasing and inventory of supplies.
relate legal and ethical terms and definitions used in a dental business office.