Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of: Applied oral anatomy dentition - arrangement of the teeth, naming and coding of teeth structures of the oral cavity - hard and soft palate, lateral and posterior borders of the oral cavity, tongue and floor of the mouth teeth - form and function Dental and medical records and charts including: confidentiality of client records FDI notation and Palmer notation systems and charting symbols for tooth surfaces, cavities and other dental problems informed consent items that constitute a dental record knowledge of correct dental terminology and how it is used in dental charting privacy principles the purpose and requirements for maintaining accurate records of examination, treatments, materials used and drugs/medicaments prescribed the purpose of study casts and the materials used in their construction the reasons for taking radiographs and photograph Fundamental knowledge of oral pathology including: benign lesions of bone dental caries and periodontal disease infectious diseases including bacterial, fungal and viral infections inflammation oral cancer physical injuries to soft tissue including burns and ulceration physical injuries to the teeth including erosion, attrition and abrasion reactive connective tissue including hyperplasia regeneration and repair Components of intra-oral and extra-oral examination Cultural issues which may affect dental examinations and treatment Disability awareness and social justice principles Factors that may influence dental management plan (general physical characteristics) Infection control policies and procedures Normal variance of structure and function of dental prosthetic devices Occlusion in relation to removable dental prosthetic treatment WHS policies and procedures Procedures and rationale for referral Quality treatment modalities and fostering of reflective learning practices for all staff Rationale for the removable dental prosthetic examination Relevant current legislation including registration and insurance |