Course Title: Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: VE 2019
Class Number: 3172
Class Section: DOD
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Course Code: DENT5848C
Course Title: Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4385 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Course Contact: Ms Suzanne Dellas 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
A combination of learning activities have been designed to help students to achieve learning outcomes of this unit:
Facilitator led classroom based lecture and workshop using PowerPoint Presentations
Classroom written tasks
Facilitator led practical demonstration
Facilitator led group discussion
Participation in group activities based on simulated workplace case studies.
Supported clinical practice.
Formative structured study tasks accessed via CANVAS Learning Management System. (myRMIT Studies)
Guest Presentations
Teaching Schedule
Class Number |
Location |
Class type/Date |
SESSION TOPICS |
1 |
Dandenong |
Class 2 March 9am
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Introduction to the unit 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
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2 |
Dandenong |
Class 2 March 1.30pm |
Factors that impact on oral health 1 Oral health assessment and patient- centred care The value of the medical history and patient questioning
Link between general health and oral health
Introduction to healthy tissues and departure from normal
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3 |
Study task 01 |
ONLINE
Commence 2 March |
Complete readings & review questions
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4 |
RMIT Carlton |
Practical Class 9 March 9am
Student to student practical activity |
Factors that impact on oral health 2 Topic: Plaque (Biofilm) Composition Stages of formation Impact of biofilm on health of the oral tissues Plaque disclosing and interpretation Modified Turesky index and O Leary’s index Study task 02
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5 |
RMIT Carlton |
Class 9 March 1.30pm |
Factors that impact on oral health 3 Topic: Saliva Importance of saliva Functions of saliva Causes of diminished saliva Strategies to stimulate salivary flow Study task 03
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6 |
Dandenong |
Class 23 March 9am |
Topic: Dental caries -Aetiology Rampant caries Early childhood caries Incipient caries Root caries Dental erosion Study task 05
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7 |
Dandenong |
Class 23 March 1.30pm |
Topic: Periodontal diseases & aetiology
Prevention strategies Study Task 06
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8 |
Study task 04 |
ONLINE
Commence 30 March
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Fundamentals of oral anatomy Structures of the oral cavity Landmarks of the head and neck Teeth and supporting structures Dentitions
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9 |
RMIT Carlton |
Practical Class 6 April 9 am Practical Activity
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Guest GC: Trish Hogan Saliva testing lecture, interpretation and prac Saliva testing prac Student participation
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10 |
RMIT Carlton |
Class 6 April 1.30pm |
Factors that impact on oral health 4 Topic Nutrition and impact on oral health ASSESSMENT Task issued Issue group Oral presentation Topic (X1 per group ) Topic: Nutrition fundamentals: 6 July (ref: Study Task 07)
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11 |
Dandenong Smoking cessation expert TBC |
Class 13 April 9am -12.30pm |
Factors that impact on oral health 5 -all forms of recreational smoking including , tobacco, cannabis, e-cigarettes and non- tobacco products; chewing tobacco -the impact on oral tissues and saliva quality ( changes to pH , hydration, buffering capacity) -potential risks for oral diseases ( caries, perio and oral cancers) -smoking cessation strategies including motivational interviewing techniques and referral pathways -resources available to offer to patients
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12 |
Study task 08 |
ONLINE Research task Commence 15 April
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Factors that impact on oral health 4 (continues) Topic: Nutrition and oral health Read posted resources and complete the tasks |
13 |
Study task 09 |
ONLINE
Written research task
Commence 27 April
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Australian nutritional guidelines and how to use How much is too much sugar? Hidden sugars in the diet: reading food labels Video : How much sugar is in drink products Dietary assessment of the patient: using the 3 day diet template
Short answer questions/case studies Self-review of dietary intake
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14 |
Study task 10
Study task 11 |
ONLINE Commence 27 April
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Part 1 Oral health: influencing health behaviours Effective communication Readings and task
Part 2 Motivational interviewing Complete module & submit certificate by 6 July Online module: go to dentalcare.com
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15 |
Study task 12
Study task 13 |
ONLINE
Commence 25 May |
Preparation for patient activities
Home study #1 Plaque control measures 1 ( videos )
Home study#2 Motivational interviewing : smoking Case study to consider when discussing smoking cessation
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16 |
Study task 14 |
ONLINE Written research task Commence 8 June |
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17 |
Study task 15 |
ONLINE Written task Commence 22 June |
Topic: Fluoride in the communal water supplies Legislative requirements in the use of fluoride
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18 |
RMIT Carlton Titanium Computer class |
Class 6 July 9.00 -11.30pm |
DHSV Titanium
Task for RPL for HLTDEN003
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19 |
RMIT Carlton
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Class 6 July 11.30-1pm |
Guest speaker Colgate: Cathryn Carboon Plaque control products and rationale for use
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20 |
RMIT Carlton
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Class ASSESSMENT 6 July 2pm until finish
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Group task: Oral presentation : Nutrition fundamentals
Preparation for patient activities Case studies: OHE Issue dietary diary for completion for 3 August Bring 2 copies |
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21 |
Study task 16
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ONLINE
Commence 13 July
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Review : preparation for patient work Impact on oral tissues of
and providing oral health advice
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22 |
Dandenong |
Class 20 July 9am |
Minimal intervention strategies Risk assessment for oral diseases: Risk factors for dental caries and periodontal disease Risk factors for oral candida and oral cancer Protective factors to prevent dental caries Modifications for special needs ( disability, aged ,child) Video: oral health education and the special needs patient Case studies Study task 17 Review questions to be completed by 3 August
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23 |
Dandenong |
Class 20 July 1.30pm
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Preparing for clinical practice Review Dietary analysis of the patient
Case study Development of portfolio of patient handouts
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24.1 |
Dandenong Clinic
2 teachers from RMIT |
Clinical activities commence 3 August am and pm
Student to student
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Preparing for clinical practice
Each student will conduct the following activities on 2 students
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24.2 |
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3 August Log book issued ASSESSMENT 10 patients
To commence at your workplace 5 August
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Elements 1&2
Elements 3,4, &5
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25 |
Study task 18 |
ONLINE
Commence 10 August
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Oral health and Special needs
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26 |
Study task 19 |
ONLINE
Study task Commence 17 August
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Traumatic injuries of teeth and tooth surface loss
Prevention & management strategies
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27 |
Study task 20 |
ONLINE
Commence 24 August
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Oral health and children’s needs Sports injury prevention Video : DHSV: health education and the child patient
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28 |
Dandenong |
Class 7 September 9am |
Tutorial; review of study tasks Case studies
Log book progression meeting
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29 |
Dandenong TBC Guest ??
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Class 7 September 1.30pm |
Management of the diabetic patient
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30 |
Dandenong |
Class 5 October 9am
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Case studies Log book progression |
31 |
Dandenong
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Class 5 October 1.30pm
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Impact of Family violence on oral health DHSV Family violence policy for all staff Video resources Revision
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32 |
Dandenong |
ONLINE 23 November 9am ASSESSMENT
Half day
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Multiple choice questions via CANVAS
Log book due Case presentation due
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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
Felton, A;Chapman,A; Felton,S;(2014) Basic guide to Oral Health Education and Promotion 2nd ed Wiley Blackwell UK
Overview of Assessment
There must be evidence that the candidate has:
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 students must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks
Assessment Tasks
Task Code |
Task Topic |
DEN004 AT1 |
Patient Logbook. Evidence of 10 patient interactions based on descriptor for oral health educator
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DEN004 AT2 |
Individual patient case study. Delivery of PowerPoint study of one identified logbook patient.
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DEN004 AT3 |
Multiple Choice Test
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Assessment Matrix
1. |
Log book |
Clinical activities 10 patients
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1.1-1.6; 2.1-2.7 3.1-3.3; 4.1-4.5 5.1-5.4 |
All |
All |
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14, 15,16 |
1,2 |
2. |
Case presentation One patient |
Oral presentation of a case
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All |
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2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14, 15,16 |
2 |
3. |
Written test
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multiple choice test
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ALL |
All |
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2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14, 15,16 |
2 |
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Other Information
To support on- going learning and consolidation of concepts to prepare for clinical practice as an oral health educator, there is an expectation that students attend all classes and undertake the formative study tasks. Study task catalogue for reference:
Study Task (ST) Code |
Task Topic Title |
Date to commence
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DEN004 ST01 |
Patient Centered Care |
2 March |
DEN004 ST02 |
Plaque Worksheet |
9 March in class |
DEN004 ST03 |
Saliva Worksheet |
9 March in class |
DEN004 ST04 |
Oral Anatomy Review |
30 March |
DEN004 ST05 |
Caries Worksheet |
23 March in class |
DEN004 ST06 |
Periodontal Disease Worksheet |
23 March in class |
DEN004 ST07 |
Nutrition fundamentals Presentation issued |
6 April due 6 July |
DEN004 ST08 |
Nutrition dentalcare.com |
15 April |
DEN004 ST09 |
Nutrition & Dietary Analysis Worksheet |
27 April |
DEN004 ST10 |
Effective Communications Techniques |
27 April |
DEN004 ST11 |
Motivational Interview. dentalcare.com |
27 April |
DEN004 ST12 |
Videos on plaque control |
25 May |
DEN004 ST13 |
Motivational Interviewing-Smoking |
25 May |
DEN004 ST14 |
Comparative review of Dental Hygiene Products |
8 June |
DEN004 ST15 |
Fluoride Worksheet |
22 June |
DEN004 ST16 |
Impacts on Oral Health |
13 July |
DEN004 ST17 |
Minimum Intervention Dentistry (MID) |
20 July due 3 August |
DEN004 ST18 |
Readings & Special needs case study |
10 August |
DEN004 ST19 |
Traumatic injuries & tooth surface loss |
17 August |
DEN004 ST20 |
Oral health, tooth injury prevention & the child patient |
24 August |
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