Online Courses Handbook 2003

302948 (v.2) Clinical Dentistry 233

Area:	Department of Dental Hygiene and Therapy
Contact Hours:	24.0
Credits:	50.0
Laboratory:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Clinical Practice:	1 x 22 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	302938 (v.2) Clinical Dentistry 134 or any previous version
Clinical practice in dental therapy procedures including patient assessment, preventive procedures and treatment procedures in accordance with relevant Acts. Further occupational health considerations. Patient records, treatment plans, referrals and consultations. Restorative dentistry - routine care and approaches to managing complicated cases. Exodontia. Suture removal. Dental trauma. Orthodontics - assessment and care of appliances. Pre and post-operative patient information.