Course Number: 61209 WE Semester: Fall Credits: 3

2 hour lecture, 3 hour lab

Course Name: Dental Bio-Materials and Advanced Functions Year: 2005

Web-Enhanced

Department: Dental Hygiene Instructor: Darlene Walsh, RDH, Ed.M,

Associate Professor

Catalogue Description : The study of structure, properties, uses, manipulation and care of materials used in the prevention and treatment of oral disease. This course will prepare the student to perform to clinical proficiency those functions recognized by the New York State Dental Practice Act for Dental Hygienists. Other functions will be limited to conceptual Lab proficiency. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of independent and inter-dependent decision making skills and applications of these skills to the successful manipulation of dental materials. Pre-requisites : 61101, 61102, 34110, 61104, 61103, 61107, 31122, 63106. Co-requisites : 61201

Relationship to Programs and Degrees : Satisfactory completion of this course is required to fulfill program requirements. This course may be applicable to several programs. Consult your advisor and refer to the SUNY Orange Catalog which contains authoritative information.

Competencies Addressed : 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.2, 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 9.1, 9.2

Course Objectives : Upon completion of this curriculum, each student will be able to:

1. Perform the following functions to clinical competency:*

.taking alginate impressions and bite registration

.pouring casts

.trimming casts

.custom fluoride tray construction

.pit and fissure sealant application

2. Self-evaluate the performance of the above functions consistently which are developed to a clinical competency.

3. Understand the following functions to conceptual Lab proficiency:*

.matrix band application

.mixing cements as a luting agent, base, and intermediate restoration

.mixing and placing cavity liners and varnish

.application of restorations: intermediate, and amalgam

.surgical dressing application and removal

.suture placement and removal

.manipulate: rubber base, compound and corrective wash and other impression material

.four-handed dentistry principles

.rubber dam application and removal

.temporary restoration application

.polish amalgam restorations

.bleaching tray construction

4. Understand the basic physical and mechanical properties of Dental Materials.

5. Manipulate all given dental materials within the New York State dental hygienist's scope of practice.

6. Provide fundamental and additional (where appropriate) clinical dental hygiene services involving the selection, manipulation, and care of specific dental materials.

7. Apply principles and techniques for evaluating results of dental materials selection and manipulation.

8. Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills for successful selection and manipulation of dental materials.

9. Apply principles and techniques when proportioning and manipulating all dental materials that are within the dental hygienist's scope of practice.

10. Consider variables in manipulation of dental materials that may influence desired outcome.

11. Initiate or implement procedures to eliminate errors during manipulation of dental materials that are within the dental hygienist's scope of practice.

12. Evaluate effects of specific materials on the oral environment and the effectiveness of such materials in prevention and treatment of oral disease.

13. Understand the importance of knowing the fundamentals involved in the selection and use of dental materials in order to function effectively as a dental hygienist, and a member of the dental health team.

14. Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior in client/auxiliary/operator interactions when providing hygiene services.

15. Develop empathy and concern for the client's well being.

16. Demonstrate current acceptable infection control technique in the laboratory and clinical setting.

17. Appropriately manage all dental materials during client care.

18. Apply principles of infection control and safety when manipulating dental materials.

Grading System :

A. Criteria used to evaluate the course objectives will be based on the material presented in the curriculum and on all reading assignments.

B. Final Grade:

1. Lab Criteria Forms 5%

2. Quizzes 10%

3. Three examinations 60%

4. Three Laboratory Competencies 25%

100%

•  Physician's note must be received by the instructor prior to the approval of any make-up examination.

•  Missed quizzes will result in a grade of zero.

•  Grades will be posted by Student Numbers.

•  Students are responsible to schedule missed laboratory sessions within two weeks .

•  Grade Equivalents:

A = 90 - 100 B = 80 - 89 C = 75 - 79 D = 74 - 60

F = below 60

No quality points for plus (+) or minus (-). Only 4 - A; 3 - B; 2 - C; 1 - D; 0 - F

Types of Tests :

Three examinations will be given throughout the semester.

Announced Quizzes will be given during scheduled lecture every two weeks.

Practical Examinations: Students must perform at a level of 80% or greater on competency examination prior to performance of any function on clinic clients.

Students performing below the 80% level on competency exams , must remediate and retake the competency. ALL competency examinations must be taken and competency attained. Students will retain their original grade .

Students who have established clinical competency may begin procedures on clinic clients after the Competency Examinations.

* Clinical competency is determined when the prescribed functions listed under #1 in course objectives, are performed on clinic clients at a minimum level of 80%.

The following must be met for advanced functions to be counted as a requirement:

Acceptable: No critical areas missed and a total score of 80% or higher.

Unacceptable: One (1) or more critical areas missed and/or total score of less than 80%.

It must be stated that the other functions listed in #3 of the course objectives are taught to conceptual proficiency. Students would need additional training in these skills to attain clinical competency.

Remediation :

In the event that the student's grade is below 75%, the student will be required to re-test that unit until the student achieves a minimum score of 75%. The student will retain their original grade. This must be done before the next Unit Exam. Students are encouraged to see the Course Director for remediation.

Attendance Policy : Following three absences from the lecture and/or laboratory section, the final grade will be lowered by one (1) letter.

A student who is late three times to the lecture and/or laboratory section will have an absence added.

All laboratory sessions must be made up within two weeks.

Method of Presentation :

•  Lectures and Discussion

•  PowerPoint Presentations/Videos

•  Instructional Models

•  Demonstration

•  Realia

•  Laboratory Exercises/Student/Peer Evaluations

•  Quizzes, Three Examinations, and Three Competency Examinations

•  Web-Enhanced

Instructional Materials :

Required Text: Craig, O'Brien and Powers, Dental Materials, Properties and Manipulation , St. Louis : CV Mosby, latest edition.

Wilkins, Esther, Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist , Philadelphia : WB Saunders, Latest edition.

Additional References: Available from my office for loan.

Goldman, et al., Occupational Hazards in Dentistry , Yearbook Medical Publishers, inc., latest edition.

Miller, Lynn, Maintaining Esthetic Restorations , Dental Bookstore.

Dentist's Desk Reference: Materials, Instruments and Equipment , Chicago: American Dental Association.

O'Brien, W. And G. Ryge. An Outline of Dental Materials and Their Selection , Philadelphia : WB Saunders, latest edition.

Philips, R.W., Elements of Dental Materials for Dental Hygienists and Assistants , Philadelphia : WB Saunders, latest edition.

Cell Phone Policy :

The active use of any device classified as a “telecommunications device,” including but not limited to pagers, cellular phones, PDA's, and messaging devices, is prohibited in classrooms, except by special permission of the instructor.

Passive use, including silent and vibrate mode, may be used, provided it does not compromise the educational process or promote an unethical situation. Instructors reserve the right to regulate the monitoring of such devices as necessary.

Instructor Withdrawal Policy : In addition to the policy listed in the College Catalogue, the student must have an exit interview with the Course Director, Academic Advisor, and Program Chair.

Support Services . Students in need of additional help should see the course instructor as soon as possible. If you have a documented disability and anticipate needing accommodations in this course, please make arrangements to meet with me immediately. Please request that the Advocate for Services to Students with Disabilities send a letter verifying your disability. Please be assured that any student who has a documented disability will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Disabilities : If you have a documented disability and anticipate needing accommodations in this course, please make arrangements to meet with me soon. Please request that the Advocate for Services to Students with Disabilities send a letter verifying your disability. Please be assured that any student who has a documented disability will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Repeat Policy : See the College Catalog for the policy statement.

Office location, hours and telephone extension : My office is located in BT 327. Office hours are posted on the door. Telephone: Office 341-4316; Home: 534-8330; E-Mail: greatprof@hvc.rr.com. Drop-ins always welcome!

Chronology of Study : Course Topic Schedule

Go to Web Enhanced Site ( for weekly information outlines, readings, practice questions, summaries, and “Surfin” information. Visit my web-site for fun, question of the week, information and links. http://www.Geocities.com/walsh8330/index.html

FINAL EXAM III - During Finals Week Time, Date, Location T.B.A.

*COURSE SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE INSTRUCTOR'S DISCRETION.

The course topic outline states what will be covered through in-depth lectures. However, additional material will be added in lectures to cover the “latest” information on research and development of dental materials and current controversies of materials and/or techniques. Some themes and premises may be restated during the lectures but in forms different enough so I hope they will resonate...not repeat!

Bear in mind, the material in this course is ever growing and so will our coverage and discussions.

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