CHATTANOOGA STATE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE
NURSING/ALLIED HEALTH DIVISION
DENTALASSISTING PROGRAM
SEMESTER SYLLABUS
DA 130 CLINICAL SKILLS I
(Revised 8/21/06)
Class Hours:
Clinical Hours:
Credit Hours:
2
9
5
Catalog Course Description:
A course designed to prepare the Dental Assistant to assist in all aspects of dental clinical
procedures, performing tasks as specified by the Tennessee State Dental Practice Act. Students
will assist in the on-campus clinic and will be assigned to 2 or more off campus clinical sites.
Students must provide their own transportation. Students must submit valid CPR card before the
start of the externship rotation requirements.
Entry Level Standards:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED), CPR CERTIFICATION. Completion of all
post-admission forms
Prerequisite(s):
Acceptance into the Dental Assisting Program
Corequisites:
DA 120, DA 124, DA 125,
Required Texts:
Bird, Doni L. and Robinson, Debbie S., Torres and Ehrlich’s Modern Dental Assisting,
eighth ed., 2005, Elsevier, Inc. Saunders, St. Louis (and workbook and CD’s that accompany the
text)
Bartolomucci Boyd, Linda R. Dental Instruments, a Pocket Guide 2005, Elsevier, Inc.
Saunders, St. Louis
Dental Assisting Program Manual (see document at the end of this syllabus)
Clinical Competency Appraisal Forms, Levels 1, 2, and 3 (Green Sheets)
14. Daily Appraisal (Blue Sheets)
Competency Improvement Plan (Yellow Sheet)
Clinical Summary Sheets
Exposure Control Project Evaluation (See p284 Torres)
Required Materials:
1 inch 3-ring binder notebook with 5 tabs (minimum) – this will become the DA Program
Manual, red/blue pencils, dentoform model, blue or black ink pens, pencils, paper, protective
eyewear, uniform and lab coat, a planner in which you can record your clinical hours,
assignments, professional development and community service opportunities and participation,
etc.
Reference Materials:
CSDAS web Check the Chattanooga State Dental Assistant Society web page often for
announcements and useful learning tools: http://www.tndaa.org/tndaa/cstcc_students.html
CSTCC Hazard Communication program (in Clinic Coordinator’s office OMN 293-A)
Tennessee Dental Practice Act at http://www2.state.tn.us/health/Boards/Dentistry/index.htm
CPR Manual (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)
CSTCC College Catalog and student handbook available at www.chattanoogastate.edu
Nursing and Allied Health Handbook/Policies (handbook)
Dental Auxiliaries Policies and Procedures http://www.tndaa.org/tndaa/cstcc_students.html
ADA website: http://www.ada.org/public/media/videos/minute/index.asp (Dental Minutes)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Instructor:
Karen Castleberry
Externship co-instructor Michelle Ehmling (423)697-4400 Ext. 4335
Office Number:
OMN F93
Telephone:
(423)697-4474
Pager: (423)846-3013
e-mail
karen.castleberry@chattanoogastate.edu
Office Hours:
Posted on office door
Class Schedule:
Lecture: Fridays 10-11:50
Labs (in school uniform):
Sections 11 & 22, Externship Mon. 9-3:50, lab Tues. 9-11:50 (OMN 286)
Sections 12 & 21, Externship Mon. 9-3:50, Lab Tues. 1-3:50 (OMN 286)
HOLIDAYS:
Labor Day - Monday, Sept. 4
Fall Break – Monday, October 16, and Tuesday, October 17
Thanksgiving – Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24
POLICIES
This course is governed by the policies and procedures as stated in the current Chattanooga State
Student Handbook. Additional or more specific guidelines may apply. Refer to: Nursing and
Allied Health Policy Manual and the Dental Assisting Program Policies and Procedures
http://www.tndaa.org/tndaa/cstcc_students.html
The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus in writing anytime during the course of
the semester.
CLASSROOM/LABORATORY POLICIES:
Foods and beverages are not allowed in rooms or areas where there is a risk of exposure to
potentially infectious body fluids or toxic chemicals including the clinic, sterilization room, x-ray
rooms, and dark room
Class/Lab preparation: the successful student will have prepared for class by
Reading the assigned chapters or pages prior to the day of discussion
Reasoning through the Recall and Critical Thinking questions/activities in each chapter
Completing the workbook for each chapter assigned
Previewing the procedures in each chapter
Viewing the Video CD if indicated
Using the Interactive Dental Office CD to practice skills, if indicated
Using the Evolve student website to practice such things as:
the practice quizzes for each chapter
the Key Term exercises for each chapter
the drop and drag tray set-ups
Class/Lab attendance:
Regular attendance is critical to your success in this course. Students who are late or absent
jeopardize their success. (See Evaluation process at the end of the syllabus for more
information)
CLINCAL PRACTICE EXTERNSHIP GUIDELINES AND POLICIES:
1. Students are assigned to specific clinical sites 6 hours per week, beginning Monday,
September 11 and continuing through December 11, except for October 16, which is Fall
Break.
2. Post Acceptance files: Students who do not have these forms on file in the clinic
coordinator’s office by September 8 will not be allowed to begin the Clinical Practice
Externship and may risk failure to complete the course requirements to continue the second
semester of the program. See the instructor if the deadline cannot be met. It is the student’s
responsibility to make sure these completed forms are on file. This includes
a. CPR Certification,
b. Health Verification Forms,
c. Drug Screen results,
d. Proof of Liability Insurance,
e. Policy signature pages, DUE before September 8.
3. Students must wear school uniform and nametag. School Uniform consists of clean, pressed,
Caribbean blue colored scrubs with coordinating lab jacket, clean, white leather, full
coverage duty shoes with white socks or hose, name tag. Students should appear
professional: modest make-up, short, unpolished nails, minimal jewelry.
4. Always notify the clinical site and the dental department/instructor if you are going to be late
or absent. Students are responsible for arranging with the clinical affiliate and the instructor
time to make up any missed clinical hours. All clinic absences must be made up within the
semester. Clinical hours cannot be made up during other regularly scheduled class or lab
times. If you fail to call to report absences for TWO (2) clinic days during a semester you
may, at the discretion of the faculty, be required to repeat that clinic course Any absences
from the Clinical Externship should be made-up on Fall Break, October 16 and 17, or during
Final Exams, December 12-15..
5. A total of 300 clinical hours (minimum) is required to complete this program. Eight-four
(84) of these required hours are scheduled this semester and the remainder will be scheduled
next semester. All clinical hours from this semester will carry over to the required total. It
is recommended that students take advantage of any opportunities to acquire extra hours, to
compensate for any unexpected absences.
6. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation to an from the clinical site(s)
7. A completed Daily Log/Daily Appraisal Form (Blue Sheets, attached) is required for each
clinical day and must be signed by the clinical supervisor. The log is due the next class
session. These logs will be recorded by the instructor and returned to the student. Students
should review the comments provided by the instructor and retain these logs to verifying the
accuracy of the number of completed hours if there is a discrepancy with the instructor’s
account.
8. Progress must be documented by the dentist or the dentist’s designee at the assigned clinical
site, using the Dental Assisting Clinical Competency Appraisal Forms (Green sheets
attached). These Appraisals will be reviewed with the student by a faculty member during
scheduled conferences and/or at clinical site visits. Recommended deadlines for the
Competency Appraisal Forms are as follows:
a. Level 1 Dec. 8
b. Level 2 Mid 2nd semester (Date TBA in DA 131 Syllabus)
c. Level 3 End 2nd semester (Date TBA in DA 131 Syllabus)
9. A faculty member will periodically assess the student at the clinical site during the semester.
10. Students may not have personal visitors or telephone calls at the clinical site except in the
event of a emergency.
11. No personal leisure time materials (books, magazines, games, etc) or personal electronic
equipment including cells phones and laptops is allowed in the clinical treatment areas.
12. If unsatisfactory progress results in a clinical affiliate requesting that a student be removed
from that site, the student will be counseled and reassigned. If the student is dismissed from
the second site, he/she is subject to dismissal from the program,
Class Schedule: Week 1
Monday August 28
Application
Tuesday August 29
Skills
Friday September. 1
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship-6
hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform
beginning September 11
Lab/pre-Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform; Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284 -Casual dress – always bring
textbooks and workbook
Dental Assistant Program
Orientation, 1-3 pm
OMN 284
Topic: Orientation to Clinic
Turn in Homework
 N/AH Student Handbook policy
signature pages
 DA program policy signature
pages
 Recall questions Ch.2, 3, and 4
Homework
 Read Nursing and Allied
Health Division Student
Handbook, return signed
pages September 1
 Read Dental Assistant
program Policies; return
signature page September 1
Enrichment
Visit www.tndaa.org and link to
ADAA
ADA
TBD
TDA
Learning activities
Orientation to Clinic
Identify and operate Clinical Equipment:
Discussion of Clinical Forms, Policies, and
Expectations
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
 Scan Ch. 1;
 Read Ch. 2, 3 and 4 and complete the
recall questions in writing (due September
1)
Enrichment
 View the ADA video minute on
“Infection Control”
 Visit www.OSAP.org
 Visit www.OSHA.gov
Quiz 1 – Ch. 2, 3 and,4
Topics: Infection Control (Ch 19, 20
and 21)
Learning activities:
IDO (Interactive Dental Office) CD Quiz Show – Workplace Safety
Discussion/Critical Thinking Exercises
Workbook flashcards
Homework
 Read Ch. 19, 20 and 21 and
complete the recall questions in
writing - due Tuesday September
5
 Read Dental Instrument book, Ch.
17
 Read IDO Patient Handout –
Infection Control Procedures
 View Video CD - Infection
Control in Dentistry. There are
five 1-minute video clips to view:
o Hand washing
o Placing and Removing
Surface Barriers,
o Operating the Ultrasonic
Cleaner,
o Treatment Room
Cleaning and
Disinfection,
o Autoclaving Instruments
 Be prepared to perform Procedures
19-1 through5, 20 1 and 2 and
Procedures 21 1, 2, 3, and 7 in lab
Tuesday, September 5
Class Schedule: Week 2
Monday September 4
Application
Clinical Practice Externship6 hrs /week In Dental
Offices as assigned –– in
uniform beginning
September 11
LABOR DAY
Tuesday September 5
Skills
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab jacket,
textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
 FULL PPE’s required for this lab
Quiz 2 (Ch. 19, 20 and 21)
Turn in Homework (Recall questions, Ch. 19, 20
and 21)
NO CLASSES
Friday September. 8
Theory
Topics; Foundations of Clinical
Dentistry (Ch 32 and 33)
Topics: Infection Control in Dentistry (Ch. 19, 20
and 21)
Learning activities
Discussion/Critical Thinking
exercises
Learning activities:
Discussion/demonstration
Introduction to instrument transfer
Finger Exercises
Glow Germ Activity
Reminder of Clinical Expectations
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
19-1 Exposure Incident First Aid
19-2 Handwashing Before Gloving
19-3 Alcohol-Based Hand Rubs
19-4,5 PPE
20-1 Surface Barriers
20-1 Treatment Rm Cleaning and Disinfection
21-1 Operating the Ultrasonic Cleaner
21-2 Performing Biological Monitoring
21-3-7 Instrument Sterilization
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and checking
your answers using the instructor’s
Manual in the Lab (OMN 293). This may
be collaborative and will not be turned in
for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions and
the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)

Locate and make initial contact with
individual at Clinical Externship site as
assigned
Homework:
 Read Ch. 32 and 33
 Complete Recall Questions, Ch.
32 and 33 (Due Sept. 12)
 View Video CD – Clinical
Dentistry-Transferring
Instruments
 Be prepared to perform
Procedures 32-1 and 2 and 33-1
through 5 in lab Tuesday,
September 12
 Practice instrument transfer at
home using pencils
TEAM PROJECT:ASSIGNMENT
Four (4) teams will be established and
will be assigned to design a written
Exposure Control Plan as required by
OSHA. The written document is due
December 1, when each team will
present their project to the class.
Team members will share the grade
which counts as 20% of your overall
grade. Refer to Team Project
Evaluation Form at the end of this
syllabus.
Class Schedule: Week 3
Monday September 11
Application
Tuesday September 12
Skills
Friday September 15
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform
beginning TODAY!
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Begin Clinical Externship at
assigned dental office:
Turn in Homework
 Recall questions, Ch. 32 and 33
 Daily Log (Blue Sheet)
Quiz 3 (Ch. 32 and 33)
Good luck and have fun!
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Report in school uniform
15 minutes before office
opens and remain until
closing.
Identify supervisor and
follow his/her instructions
throughout the semester
Show supervisor Daily Log
(Blue Sheet)
Show supervisor
Competency Appraisal
Form - Level 1 and
establish goal of
completion before
December 8
Reserve questions for
private time and place-not
in presence of patients
Respect patient privacy
Maintain professional
appearance and behavior.
Take lunch when directed
by supervisor
Have supervisor sign daily
log (blue sheet)
ALWAYS notify the
school and the dental office
prior to opening of office if
you are going to be late or
absent.
Topics: Foundations of Clinical Dentistry
(Ch. 32 and 33)
Learning activities:
Discussion/demonstration
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
32-1 Opening Office
32-2 Closing the Office
33-1 Admitting and Seating the Patient
33-2,3 Instrument Transfer
33-4 Using Mouth Mirror Intraorally
(Dentoform)
33-5 Using an Instrument Intraorally
(Dentoform)
Turn in Homework:
Your personal patient record
Topics; Patient Information and
Assessment (Ch. 26, 27, 28)
Learning activities
Swap dental records with your partner
for practice in reviewing the patient
data – remember confidentiality!
Practice Procedures and Check
Competency
26-1 Registering a New Patient
26-2 Obtaining a Medical Dental
History
Discussion/Critical Thinking exercises
Use Dental Instrument Book Ch. 1 – to
identify Basic Dental Instruments
Prepare Basic Set up for recirculation
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
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Complete a personal patient record on
yourself and bring to class Friday
September 15. Be prepared to perform
Competenies 26-1 and 2 using those
forms.
Homework:
 Read Ch. 26, 27 and 28
 Complete Recall Questions Ch.
26, 27 and 28 (Due Sept. 19)
 Read IDO Patient Handouts –
Medical History Updates, New
Patient Registration, Next
Appointment Procedure
 View Video CD – Patient
Information and Assessment Taking a Patient’s Blood Pressure
 Be prepared to perform Procedures
27-1 through 4 and 28-2 in lab
Tuesday, September 19.
Professional Development
Opportunity: RAM at South
Pittsburgh, TN Sept 16 and 17
http://www.ramusa.org/sched2006.html
Class Schedule: Week 4
Monday September 18
Application
Tuesday September 19
Skills
Friday September 22
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Clinical Externship as assigned
Bring Red/Blue Pencils
Bring Red/Blue Pencils
Turn in Homework
 Recall Questions Ch. 26, 27 and 28
 Daily Log (Blue Sheet)
No Quiz
Complete “Blue Sheet” to turn
in tomorrow
Begins to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Topics: Patient Information and Assessment
(Ch. 26, 27, and 28
Learning activities:
Discussion/demonstration
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
27-1 Oral Temperature
27-2 Pulse
27-3 Respiration
27-4 Blood Pressure
28-2 Charting Teeth
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)

IDO - Practice Charting exercises using
Jessica Brooks
Crystal Malone
Miguel Ricardo
Douglas Warner
Topics: Patient Information and
Assessment (Ch. 26, 27, and 28)
continued
Learning activities:
Discussion/Critical Thinking Exercises
IDO Cases Study Exercise:
Todd Ledbetter (FMX, Charting,
Exam
Practice Manual Charting Exercises
Discuss Clinical Experiences
Class Schedule: Week 5
Monday September 25
Application
Tuesday September 26
Skills
Friday September 29
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Clinical Externship as assigned
Turn in Homework
 Daily Log (Blue Sheet)
Quiz 4 (Ch. 26, 27 and 28)
Complete “Blue Sheet” to turn
in tomorrow
Continue to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Topics: Introduction to Dental Instruments
and Tray Set-ups
Learning activities:
Workbook flashcards
Begin identifying dental instruments using
Universal tray set-up
Modern Dental Assisting, Ch. 34,
the Dental Instruments Book
Ch. 2 Enamel Cutting Instruments
Ch. 8 Amalgam Instruments
Ch. 9 Composite Instruments
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
Topics; Dental Instruments,(Ch. 34
and 35)
Learning activities
Use the Dental Instrument book to see
if you can begin to work through the
IDO Quiz Show Instrument Game
Instrument exercises (from TCP disc)
Discussion/Critical Thinking exercises
Homework:
 Read Ch. 34 and 35
 Complete Recall Questions, Ch.
34 and 35 (due October 3)
 View Video CD- Clinical
Dentistry – Identifying and
Attaching HP’s
 Be prepared to perform Procedures
34-1 through 4 and 35 1 and 2 in
lab Tuesday, October 3)
Class Schedule: Week 6
Monday October 2
Application
Tuesday October 3
Skills
Friday October 6
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship6 hrs /week In Dental Offices
as assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring
lab jacket, textbooks, workbook, and
dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks and
workbook
Clinical Externship as
assigned
Turn in Homework
 Daily Log (Blue Sheet)
 Recall Questions Ch 34 and 35
Quiz 5 (Ch. 34 and 35)
Topics: Introduction to Dental
Instruments Handpieces and Burs (Ch.
34 and 35)
Learning activities
View Video “Dam It – It’s Easy!”
Complete “Blue Sheet” to
turn in tomorrow
Continue to work on the
Dental Assisting
Competency Appraisal Form
– Level 1 –AS EACH
SKILLS IS PERFORMED
IN PRECLINICAL LABS.
Topics; Moisture Control (Ch. 36
Discussion
Learning activities:
Use the following resources to identify
HP’s and burs
WB flashcards
Modern Dental Assisting, Ch. 35,
the Dental Instruments Book
Ch. 5 Dental Handpieces
Ch. 6 Burs for High-Speed and Low
Speed
Handpieces
Practice Procedures and Check
Competency
34-1 Exam Instruments
34-2 Hand Cutting Instruments
34-3 Restorative Instruments
34-4 Accessory Instruments and Items
Pre-set Trays
35-1 Identifying and Attaching HP’s
35-2 Identifying and Attaching Rotary
Instruments
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab
(OMN 293). This may be
collaborative and will not be
turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall
questions and the Critical
Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes
(Evlove website)
Critical Thinking exercises
Homework:
 Read Ch. 36
 Complete Recall Questions, Ch. 36 (due
October 10)
 View 2 Video CDs – Clinical Dentistry
o Position the HVE
o Dental Dam Placement and
Removal
 Be prepared to perform Procedures 36-1
through 4 Tuesday, October 10)
Professional Development Opportunity–
Sunday, October 8 - participation in the
Memorial Health Fair – details in class and
http://www.tndaa.org/tndaa/cstcc_students.html
Class Schedule: Week 7
Monday October 9
Application
Tuesday October 10
Skills
Friday, October 13
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Clinical Externship as assigned
 FULL PPE’s required for this lab
Quiz 6 (Ch. 36)
Complete “Blue Sheet” to turn
in tomorrow
Continue to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Turn in Homework
 Daily Log (Blue Sheet)
 Recall Questions Ch 36
Topics: Moisture Control (Ch. 36)
Learning
activities:
Oreo Exercise
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
36-1 Position HVE
36-2 Perform a Mouth Rinse
36-3 Place and Remove Cotton Rolls
36-4 Dental Dam
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall
questions and the Critical Thinking
Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
Topics;
Review and summarize for Mid-Term
Exam Friday October 20
Learning activities
Discussion of Clinical Experiences
Homework:
Prepare for Mid-Term Exam by
reviewing previous quizzes,
workbooks, recall questions, critical
thinking, practice tests. The mid-term
exam is cumulative over material
covered since week 1.
Class Schedule: Week 8
Monday October 16
Application
Tuesday October 17
Skills
Friday October 20
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
FALL BREAK – No Classes.
FALL BREAK – No Classes.
Mid-Term Exam
Topics; Anesthesia and Pain Control
(Ch. 37)
Use this time to make-up and
missed clinical hours.
(Requires prior approval of
clinical supervisor and
instructor)
Also review for Mid-Term
Exam Friday, October 30
Use this time to make-up and missed clinical
hours. . (Requires prior approval of clinical
supervisor and instructor)
Also review for Mid-Term Exam Friday,
October 30
Learning activities
Review oral anatomy, innervation of
oral cavity and landmarks of the
maxilla and mandible
Review significance of health history
Discussion
Critical Thinking exercises
Homework:
 Read Ch. 36
 Complete Recall Questions, Ch.
36 (due October 24)
 View video CDs- Clinical
Dentistry – Applying a Topical
Anesthetic and Assisting with a
Local Anesthetic
 Be prepared to perform Procedures
37-1 through 3 Tuesday, October
24)
Class Schedule: Week 9
Monday October 23
Application
Tuesday October 24
Skills
Friday October 27
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices
as assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Continue to work on the
Dental Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Turn in Homework
 Daily Log (Blue Sheets from October 9,
23 and make up days, if applicable)
 Recall Questions Ch. 37
Quiz 7 – Chapter 37
Topics: Ch. 37 Anesthesia and Pain Control
(except N2O)
Learning activities
Topics; Matrix Systems for Restorative
Dentistry (Ch. 49)
Discussion
Learning activities:
Discussion/demonstration
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
37-1 Apply Topical Anesthetic
37-2 Assemble Anesthetic Syringe
37-3 Assist with Local Anesthetic
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab
(OMN 293). This may be
collaborative and will not be turned
in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall
questions and the Critical Thinking
Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
Critical Thinking exercises
Homework:
 Read Ch. 49
 Complete Recall Questions, Ch. 49
(due October 31)
 View 2 video CDs- Comprehensive
Dental Care
o Placing and Intermediate
Restoration
o Assembling and Placing a
Matrix Band and Universal
Retainer
 Be prepared to perform 49-1 through
3 Tuesday, October 31
Professional Development
Opportunity: CADAS CE program:
See
http://www.tndaa.org/tndaa/CADAS.html
for details le
Class Schedule: Week 10
Monday October 30
Application
Tuesday October 31
Skills
Friday November 3
Theory
Happy Halloween
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Continue to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Deadline for Degree (not Certificate)
Quiz 8 (Ch. 49)
Applications
Topics; General Dentistry (Ch. 48A
Assisting with Amalgam and
Composite Restorations)
Turn in Homework
 Daily Log (Blue Sheets)
 Recall Questions Ch. 49
Topics: Matrix Systems for Restorative
Dentistry (Ch. 49)
Learning activities:
Discussion/demonstration
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
49-1 Assembling the Matrix Band and
Universal Retainer
49-2 Placement and Removal of a Matrix
Band and Wedge for a Class II Procedure
49-3 Placement and Removal of a Plastic
Matrix
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
Learning activities
IDO Case Study:Exercises:
Miguel Ricardo (FMX, Charting,
Medical Emergency!, Class II
Amalgam, B&L, Matrix, Bonding)
Douglas Warner (FMX, Charting,
Medical Emergency!, Class III
Composite w/Dental Dam)
Discussion
Critical Thinking exercises
Homework:
 Read Ch. 48
 Read IDO Patient Handouts –
Amalgam; Composite, Defective
Restorations; Safety of Silver
Amalgam and Base Metals
 Complete Recall Questions 1-10,
Ch. 40
 Be prepared to perform Procedures
48-1 through 4 Tuesday, October
31
Schedule an appointment with your
advisor for pre-registration
Class Schedule: Week 11
Monday November 6
Application
Tuesday November 7
Skills
Friday November 10
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Continue to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Turn in Homework
 Daily Log (Blue Sheets)
 Recall Questions 1-10, Ch. 48
NO Quiz
Topics: General Dentistry (Ch. 48-A)
Amalgam and Composite Restorations
Learning activities:
Discussion/demonstration
Workbook flashcards
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
48-1 and 2 Assisting in an Amalgam
Restoration
48-3 and 4 Assisting with a Composite
Restoration
Treatment Documentation
Post-operative instructions
Topics; General Dentistry (Ch. 48B
Intermediate Restorations, and
Cosmetic Procedures (Whitening and
Veneers)
Learning activities
IDO Case Study:Exercises:
Crystal Malone – (FMX, Charting,
Alg. Imp/SM, Anes., Class II
composite, Bases and Liners)
Discussion
Critical Thinking exercises
Homework
 Complete Recall Questions 11-18,
Ch. 48 (due Nov. 14)
 Read IDO Patient Handouts –
Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental
Emergencies,
 View video CD- Comprehensive
Dental Care - Placing an
Intermediate Restoration
Class Schedule: Week 12
Monday November 13
Application
Tuesday November 14
Skills
Friday November 17
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform
beginning September 11
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Continue to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Turn in Homework:
 Daily Log (Blue Sheets)
 Recall Questions 11-18, Ch. 48
Quiz 9 (Ch. 48)
Topics: General Dentistry (Ch. 48 B)
Intermediate Restorations and Cosmetic
Detnistry
Topics; Oral Health and Prevention of
Dental Disease (Ch. 13, 14, and 15)
Learning Activities:
Discussion and Demonstration
Learning activities
IDO Case Study:Exercises:
Crystal Malone – (FMX, Charting,
Alg. Imp/SM, Anes., Class II
composite, Bases and Liners)
Workbook flashcards
Discussion
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
48-5 Placing and Carving an Intermediate
Restoration (with Dental Dam and Matrix and
Wedge – Dentoform, tooth #30, MOD)
Critical Thinking exercises
Treatment documentation
Post-operative instructions
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
Homework
 Read Ch. 13, 14, and 15
 Complete Recall Questions, Ch.
13, 14, and 15 (due November 21)
 Read IDO Patient Handouts –
Sealant and Fluoride Benefit to
Adult Patients; Tooth Whitening
Overview and Options
 View 3 video CDs-Oral Health
and Prevention of Dental Disease
o Applying Topical
Fluoride Gel or Foam
o Flossing Techniques
o Toothbrushing Methods
Class Schedule: Week 13
Monday November 20
Application
Tuesday November 21
Skills
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Continue to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Turn in Homework:
 Daily Log (Blue Sheets)
 Recall Questions, Ch. 13, 14 and 15
Friday November 24
Theory
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Topics: Oral Health and Prevention of Dental
Disease (Ch. 13, 14 and 15)
Learning Activities:
Discussion and Demonstration
Self Assessment - personal Oral Hygiene
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
15-1 Applying Topical Fluoride Gel of Foam
(Dentoform)
15-2 Assisting the Patient with Dental Floss
Treatment documentation
Post-operative instructions
Homework
 Quiz 10 – (take home, Ch. 13, 14, and
15)due Nov. 28
 Read IDO Patient Handouts - For a
Lifetime of Great Oral Health, How to
Brush and Floss,
Enrichment:
Review the chapter recall questions, the
Critical Thinking Exercises and take the
Practice quizzes (Evlove website)
NO CLASSES
Class Schedule: Week 14
Monday November 27
Application
Tuesday November 28
Skills
Friday December 1
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
Continue to work on the Dental
Assisting Competency
Appraisal Form – Level 1 –AS
EACH SKILLS IS
PERFORMED IN
PRECLINICAL LABS.
Turn in Homework:
 Quiz 10 (Ch. 13, 14, and 15 – Take Home
test)
 Daily Log (Blue Sheets)
Quiz 11 (Ch. 29 and 31)
Topics: Medical Emergencies (Ch. 29 and
31)
Learning activities
Team Project Presentation (Exposure
Control Plan)
Topics; Regulatory Agencies (Ch. 22,
23, 24and 25)
Learning Activities:
Video – Medical Emergencies
Workbook Flashcards
Practice Procedures and Check Competency
29-1 Transferring the Patient form a
Wheelchair
Check First Aid Kit
Oxygen
Homework
 Read Ch. 29 and 31
 Complete Recall questions for Ch. 29 and
31
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
 Finalize Team Project – presentation due
Friday, December 1
Enrichment:
Homework
 Read Ch. 22, 23, 24 and 25
 Complete recall questions Ch. 22
Class Schedule: Week 15
Monday December 4
Application
Tuesday December 5
Skills
Friday December 8
Theory
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Lab/Clinic
Sections 11 & 22, 9:00-11:50 am
Sections 12 & 21, 1:00-3:50 pm
OMN 286 – in uniform. Always bring lab
jacket, textbooks, workbook, and dentoform.
Lecture
10:00-11:50 am,
OMN 284
Casual dress – always bring textbooks
and workbook
In order to pass the
Clinical practice component of
this course, the student must
have
Turn in Homework
 Daily Log (Blue Sheet)
 Level I Competency Appraisal Form
(Green Shet)
 Recall Questions, Ch. 22
Quiz 12 (Ch. 22-25)
Complete all of the tasks on the
Competency Appraisal Form –
Level 1
AND
Have submitted Daily logs
totaling at least 84 hours of
Clinical Practice
Learning Activities:
Review of basic clinical skills
Close down clinc
Topics:
Ch. 5 Dentistry and the Law
Learning activities:
Discuss recall questions, workbooks
and Critical Thinking Exercises
Discussion of Clinical Experiences
Homework
 Prepare for Friday’s quiz by
 completing the workbook and
checking your answers using the
instructor’s Manual in the Lab (OMN
293). This may be collaborative and
will not be turned in for a grade.
 reviewing the chapter recall questions
and the Critical Thinking Exercises
 taking the Practice quizzes (Evlove
website)
Monday December 10 may be
used as a Clinic Make-up day
Review and Summarize for final Exam
Homework:
 Read Ch. 5
 Complete the Recall Questions in
Ch. 5 due at final exam.
 Prepare for final exam(cumulative) by reviewing
previous quizzes, workbooks,
recall questions, critical thinking,
practice tests.
Class Schedule: FINALS WEEK December 12-15
Monday December 11
Application
Clinical Practice Externship
6 hrs /week In Dental Offices as
assigned –– in uniform.
Clinical Externship Make-up
day, if necessary.
Written Final Exam
Date, Time and location to be announced
Homework due at final exam:
Recall questions, Ch. 5
Happy Holidays!
Grades available on Chattanooga State’s Web for
Students Dec. 26
Spring Classes begin January 16th!
I. Central Competencies:
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Demonstrate clinical professionalism in appearance, behavior and attitude.
Gather diagnostic data that will assist the dentist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
Educate the patient with regard to oral health and the prevention of dental disease.
Assist chairside with procedures which are a part of general dentistry and competently
perform those duties delegable dental assistants in Tennessee
Recognize, use and maintain clinical dental instruments, equipment and chairside
materials
Demonstrate preparedness to respond to special needs patients and to medical and dental
emergencies as they relate to general dentistry
Demonstrate infection control procedures.
Apply Standards and Precautions recommended by regulatory agencies including OSHA,
and the EPA,
III. Instructional Objectives:
The student will be able to:
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Identify and operate the dental chair, dental light, dental unit, mobile cabinet, curing light
and amalgamator.
Apply principles of infection control; use barrier techniques; PPE’s, disinfect and sterilize
instruments and surfaces; operate magnaclave, and statim.
Seat and dismiss patient.
Assist in recording clinical data, i.e., dental/medical history, vital signs, exam findings,
diagnostic findings, and treatment plans, basic charting.
Assist with preventive procedures including fluoride treatment, sealants.
Provide Oral Health instructions to a student partner and/or patient(s) including
toothbrushing, flossing, fluorides, sealants, periodic examinations, maintenance of optimal
oral health.
Provide isolation techniques: rubber dam and cotton rolls.
Identify various dental instruments including exam instruments, hand cutting instruments,
restorative instruments, handpieces, rotary instruments and miscellaneous instruments.
Prepare pre-set trays for examination, amalgam, composite, sealants, and fluoride
treatments.
Assist with amalgam procedures to include: gather armamentarium, place topical anesthetic,
place rubber dam, maintain field of operation, transfer instruments, place matrix and wedge,
mix and deliver bases/liners, mix amalgam and deposit into prepared cavities, provide postoperative instructions, document treatment.
Assist with composite procedures to include: gather armamentarium, place topical
anesthetic, place rubber dam, select shade, Maintain field of operation, transfer instruments,
place matrix and wedge, mix and deliver bases/liners, apply etch/bond systems, mix and/or
deliver composite, assist with polishing and finishing, provide post-operative instructions,
document treatment.
Apply topical fluoride gel or foam.
Mix and deliver materials chairside in conjunction with dental treatment.
Maintain confidentiality of patient records.
Identify teeth by type, name and number, surfaces when recording the initial exam and/or
documenting treatment.
Demonstrate proficiency in obtaining student partners/'patients' medical history, blood
pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature.
Recognize conditions identified on patients' health history which would affect dental
treatment.
18. Demonstrate proficiency in (or describe) treatment for diabetic and allergic reaction,
syncope, choking, bleeding, shock, and respiratory and/or circulatory arrest.
19. Match instruments to their function.
20. Demonstrate routine care and maintenance of treatment rooms, equipment, instruments, and
handpieces.
21. Recognize type, shape and number of burs.
22. Discuss the operator zone, assistant zone, transfer zone, static zone and demonstrate proper
utilization of these zones.
23. Demonstrate proficiency in instrument transfer using pen grasp, reverse pen grasp, palm
grasp, and palm-thumb grasp, applying same end or opposite end delivery techniques.
24. Demonstrate proficiency in using direct/indirect vision, use of fulcrum, use of mirror to
retract cheek or tongue.
25. Demonstrate ability to use oral evacuator while also using 3 way syringe and/or mirror for
retraction; preserve tissue integrity while maintaining field of operation.
26. Properly record dental conditions and treatment procedures on a dental chart, using the
universal numbering system and Black's classification of cavities.
27. Use appropriate terminology in discussing/describing dental procedures.
28. Describe various methods of infection control from hand hygiene to sterilizing, including the
effectiveness and limitations of these methods.
29. Demonstrate the placement of topical anesthetic ointment; the preparation of an aspirating
local anesthetic syringe, the proper disposal of the used needle and the care of the used
syringe.
IV.Evaluation:
This course consists of a lecture class (theory), a pre-clinical laboratory class (skill), and a
clinical practice externship (application).
A. LECTURE (THEORY) is evaluated by using homework, quizzes and exam to measure the
students’ knowledge and understanding of the course objectives using. An average of 75% is
required to pass this course.
1. HOMEWORK-20% of overall grade completion of all homework assignments submitted
on-time
2. TEAM PROJECT: Four (4) teams will be established on September 8 and will be
assigned the task of written Exposure Control Plan as required by OSHA. The written
document is due December 1, when each team will present their project to the class.
Team members will share the grade which counts as 20% of your overall grade. The
Exposure Control Project Evaluation will be used to assign the grade.
3. QUIZZES -20% of overall grade –There are 12 scheduled quizzes. Quiz dates and
content appear in the weekly schedule for this course. Quizzes may be multiple choice,
true false, matching, identification, labeling, fill-in the blanks, case studies, and/or short
essay. Quizzes may not be made up. There is no “curve”. If a quiz is missed, a “0” will
be recorded for that grade. No quiz grade is “dropped”. All quiz grades will be averaged
together and that average will count as 20%of the overall grade earned for this class.
4. MID-TRM EXAM** (Cumulative) 20% of overall grade
5. FINAL EXAM** (Cumulative) – 20% of overall grade. **Exams may be multiple
choice, true false, matching, identification, labeling, fill-in the blanks, case studies, and/or
short essay. Under certain extenuating circumstances resulting in the student missing the
scheduled mid-term or final exam, the instructor may allow the exam may be made-up
B. PRE-CLIINCAL/LABORATORY (SKILLS) are evaluated by
1. COMPETENCY CHECK SHEETS in the workbook. Competency check dates are
listed in the weekly schedule. All Pre-clinical /Laboratory Competencies listed in the
syllabus must be passed to pass this course. All criteria must be rated as a “3” to
pass. If a student fails to pass a competency by the third attempt, he/she will not be
allowed to continue in the dental assisting program unless agreed upon by the entire
dental assisting faculty. An absence on the day a competency is scheduled to be
measured, is recorded as a failed attempt. Competencies should be completed in the
week they are introduced. Make-up sessions will be Friday’s at 1:00 pm. See your
instructor to schedule an appointment.
2. COMMUNITY SERVICE/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. An important part

of any profession is professional development and Community Service. .
This
symbol appears throughout the syllabus and identifies opportunities for students to
strengthen their knowledge and/or skills, often while serving our community. This
course requires students to participate in at least 8 hours of such activities outside of
class. Student may request approval of other activities to fulfill this requirement,
provided the activity is supports the objectives of this course. Evidence of
participation can be agreed upon in consultation with the instructor. Possible activities
include:
a. Campus activities (Chattanooga Chats, Oktoberfest, etc.)
b. A local church or civic activity consistent
c. SGA or student organization activities (food drives, blood donation,
wellness, etc)
d. Chattanooga State Dental Assistants Society Activities
e. Chattanooga Area Dental Assistants Society Activities
f. TNDAA activities
g. CE courses
h. Other as approved by instructor
C. CLINICAL PRACTICE (APPLICATION) is evaluated at the clinical externship site using
1. the CLINICAL COMPETENCY APPRAISAL FORMS (Green Sheets) Both the
clinical supervisor and the instructor’s must determine competency, defined as having
performing each task several times quickly and accurately with little verbal
instruction. Students MUST become competent in all tasks listed. Clinical
Supervisors are asked to notify the program director immediately if remediation is
needed or if a particular task is not delegated to auxiliaries in their practice. Students
will complete a Competency Improvement Plan (Yellow Sheet). Remediation
sessions will be Friday’s at 1:00 pm by appointment. Following remediation, the
student may be re-evaluated. Student must have passed Clinical Competency
Appraisal - Level 1 by the end of this semester to continue to DA 131 Cliincal Skills
II.. Student who complete level 1 may advance to level 2 with approval of the
clinical supervisor and the instructor.
2. DAILY LOGS (Blue Sheets) - Student must log in at least 84 hours of Clinical
practice which will carry over to DA 131 Clinical Skills II, toward the minimum of
300 clinical practice hours.
Grading Scale
90 – 100
80 – 89
75 – 79
below 74
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A
B
C
F