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DNTA-1311-001 Dental Science
A fundamental study of anatomical systems with emphasis placed on head and neck anatomy. Topics include embryology of the teeth along with basic dental terminology.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
On Campus Course
Modern Dental Assisting, 13th ed.; Doni Bird , Debbie S. Robinson; Saunders Elsevier, Inc.
Modern Dental Assisting Workbook, 13th ed.
Dental Instruments, 7th ed.; Bartolomucci, Linda Boyd
For E-Book, the instructor may offer highlights for students to subscribe to. The student will be expected to know, not only the information in the highlighted sections, but ALL information provided via textbook, lecture, lab assignments, etc. Do not rely on only the highlighted text.
Computer with RELIABLE Internet Access for Blackboard; Chromebooks are accepted but NOT preferred
1 Folder or Binder
Typodont
Proper clinical attire is required; including gowns, mask, protective eyewear, gloves, etc. Students will need to refer to the course calendar, and Blackboard announcements for specific duties of each class period.
Given the course textbook, personal notes, and handouts, the student should:
1. Learn technical terminology, facts, theories and principals associated with the various dental specialties.
2. Apply knowledge learned in class to a dental office setting.
3. Evaluate the learning experience from the perspective of the specific course objectives.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Identify the four common types of tissues in the human body
2. Name and locate the two major body cavities and their components
3. Identify the planes used to divide the body into sections
4. Name and locate each of the 10 body systems
5. Explain the purpose of each body system
6. Describe and label the components of each body system
7. Explain how each system functions
8. Describe the signs and symptoms of common disorders related to each body system
9. Describe the three periods of prenatal development
10. Discuss prenatal influences on dental development
11. Describe the functions of osteoclasts, osteoblasts,cementoblasts, odontobalsts
12. Describe the stages in the development of a tooth
13. Discuss genetic and enviornmental factors that can affect dental development
14. Name and describe the tissues of the teeth
15. Name and describe the three types of dentin
16. Name and describe the components of the peridontium
17. Describe the functions of periodontal ligaments
18. Locate and identify the bones of the cranium and face
19. Locate and identify the muscles of the head and neck
20. Identify the components of AND describe the action of the TMJ
21. Identify the location of AND describe the function of the major and minor salivary glands and lymph nodes of the head and neck
22. Integrate knowledge about head and neck anatomy to clinical practice
23. Locate the major paranasal sinuses
24. Name and identify the landmarks of the face
25. Name and identify the landmarks of the oral cavity
26. Describe the area of the oral cavity
27. Describe the characteristics of normal gingival tissue
28. Name and identify the location of each tooth surface AND describe each tooth function
29. Explain the difference between primary, mixed and permanent dentition
30. Explain the terms occlusion, centric occlusion and malocclusion
31. Explain Angle's classification of malocclusion
32. Describe the general feature of the primary dentition
33. Explain why microbiology is important to the dental assistant
34. Identify the types of bacteria according to their shape
35. Describe the differences among aerobes, anaerobes, and facultive aerobes
36. Identify the method of transmission for MRSA and it's characteristics
37. Compare viruses with bacteria AND name diseases caused by both
38. Name the blood-borne pathogens of concern in dentistry
39. Explain how each type of hepatitis is transmitted and how to prevent transmission
PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES
1. Locate and palpate the major head and neck muscles on classmate
2. Locate and palpate the major salivary glands on classmate
3. Locate the paranasal sinus areas on the outer face of classmate
4. Locate the major landmarks of the face AND oral cavity on classmate/patient
5. Identify teeth, by name, universal number and position on classmate/patient
6. Use correct terminology to discuss features of the classmate/patient's dentition
7. Explain handcare AND demonstrate proper hand hygiene for the dental team
8. Demonstrate the correct use of PPE used in various dental scenerios
9. Demonstrate the proper precautions the assistant will use to prevent the transmission of disease
10. Demonstrate the proper techniques used to obtain a patient's vital signs. Record the findings in the patient chart
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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Professional Standards
For maximum learning to occur, the student is expected to demonstrate professional conduct and judgment at all times. A violation of professional or ethical standard may result in a zero for the day as well as the student being sent home with an absence. The following are examples which are considered professional standards. These are representative examples and may not be all inclusive.
1. Student is prompt to class.
2. Student is prepared for class sessions.
3. Student assumes responsibility for his/her own learning.
4. Student is concerned with excellence in learning rather than just meeting the minimal criteria.
5. Student applies lecture material in the clinical setting.
6. Student will seek faculty assistance if needed, and will monitor their own progress in meeting course requirements.
7. Student maintains his/her composure, dealing with conflict in a constructive way.
8. Student exhibits an attitude of respect for classmates, faculty, and staff.
9. Student will not be disruptive or talk to each other during lectures, slide presentations, guest lectures, etc. Should this occur, the student will be asked to leave the classroom immediately.
Failure to adhere to the above standards, will result in remediation and be reflected in the grade for the course in which the inappropriate conduct is displayed.
Infection Control
“The Dental Assisting Program is committed to utilizing the most current research and technology to maintain an infection control program that is practical while meeting regulatory requirements. The policy for infection control procedures must be followed in strict compliance for the protection of patients, students, faculty, and staff from the transmission of disease or the spread of blood borne pathogens. All dental assisting students, faculty, and staff have the responsibility and ethical duty to comply with the infection control procedures".
A high standard of conduct is expected of all Amarillo College Students. The student Code of Conduct is defined in the Amarillo College Students Rights and Responsibilities publication. This conduct may be located online at Amarillo Colleges main web page www.actx.edu click, catalog, then click "notices to students"
"Amarillo College expects a high standard of conduct from it's students. Students are expected to comply with the law, respect proper constitutional authority, obey College policies, rules and regulations. Unacceptable conduct is defined as an action or behavior that is contrary to the best interest of a fellow student of students, the faculty or staff, the College, or the teaching/learning process. Students failing to perform according to established standards may be subject to disciplinary action. Policies, standards, rules, and regulations apply to students attending College activities whether the activity takes place on or off campus.
Each student shall be responsible for becoming knowledgeable of the contents and provisions of College policies, rules and regulations concerning student conduct . In some cases, individual programs may have approved policies for student conduct which also apply to student conduct in those programs."
Communication
Continuous communication with the instructors is encouraged. To allow for good, open, honest, and transparent communication please follow the guidelines below:
1. Instructor Office Hours are FOR STUDENTS. Please consider this time and opportunity for you to communicate with your instructors.
2. Utilize your AC email for questions regarding grades, absences, policies, etc. This maintains a record of the discussion for both you and the instructor.
3. Check your AC email EVERYDAY. The instructor will use this method of communication to make important announcements and changes in the schedule. This is also how other AC faculty and staff will communicate with you.
4. Allow 24-48 hours for response from the Instructor. You can expect a 24-48 hour response Monday through Friday. Emails on the weekend will be responded to on the following Monday.
5. Practice Professionalism and Netiquette Guidelines in your correspondence. Please use full sentences, proper grammar, and correct spelling. Remember this is a record of correspondence.
6. If you need immediate technical assistance you may contact AC 806-371-5000.
ACADEMIC GRIEVANCES
A student who has a grievance concerning an academic course in which he or she is enrolled is directed to appeal in the following order: (1) Instructor (2) Program Director (3) Dean of Health Sciences Division (4) Vice President of Academic Affairs and (5) College President
Quizzes 5%
Major Exam 40%
Competency Exam 30%
Final 25%
All Dental Assisting courses will follow the grading scale below:
A = 93 -100
B = 83 - 92
C = 75 - 82
F = Below 75
Decimal scores from all graded activities will be rounded as follows:
0.1 - 0.4 — rounded down
0.5 - 0.9 — rounded up
The final course average will be rounded in the same way.
Cassie Hall, AGS, CDA, RDA cmhall@actx.edu
Rm 129 Office Hours- Appointments Available Upon Request
Miranda Rue, RDA, CDA m0038097@actx.edu
Rm 129 Office Hours-Appointments Available Upon Request
Jolie Vega, RDA, CDA j0107181@actx.edu
Rm 129 Office Hours-Appointments Available Upon Request
Dana Scott, BS, CDA, RDA dcscott@actx.edu
Rm 129 Office Hours-Appointments Available Upon Request
Lecture Examinations and Quizzes
Students will be given several Major Exams, Quizzes, and Competency Exams throughout the course. Exams and Quizzes will be objective in nature (true/false and multiple choice) as well as subjective (short answer, fill in the blank, and essay). The Final Exam will be objective.
Laboratory Assignments
Students will complete several laboratory assignments throughout the course. Specific Instructions and grading rubrics will be given for each assignment and located on the grading forms.
Competency
Students will be required to complete Competency Examinations in the Lab Clinic. These Examinations will assess the student's ability to competently provide chairside care on a manikin prior to delivering care to live patients. The following grading rubric is used for competency evaluations.
Letter grade A demonstrates a "Mastery Level" of Competence. Letter grade B demonstrates "Competence" with need for remediation. Letter grade C or below requires remediation and reassessment. 93-100=A; 83-92=B; 75-82=C
Remediation
All students are responsible for his/her own learning. The student is expected to monitor their progress, and should they have any questions or concerns, contact the instructor for assistance.
Review and Remediation will be made available throughout the course and will be documented. The instructor can assist with identifying the need for remediation, but the student should also identify their own needs.
The student is expected to notify the instructor in a timely manner so that remediation can be provided prior to the end of the course.
For didactic remediation, the student will be required to review the content and complete either an assignment or Adaptive Quiz to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the content. The instructor reserves the right to allow or deny the student to retest after a failed didactic examination. In the event the student is offered the opportunity to retest, the highest grade possible will be 75.
For Lab and Clinical remediation, the student will be required to meet with an instructor. For failed Competency Evaluations, the student will be required to retest before proceeding to the next lab and clinical assignment. For retesting, the highest grade possible will be 75.
Amarillo College offers several resources for student success. If resources outside of the Dental Assisting program are needed, the student will need to seek assistance through Amarillo College Tutoring Center West Campus.
West Campus Building D Room 105 and 113
806-354-6020
Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement of the Dental Assisting Program. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class. Due to the amount of information contained in the course work, the student who plans to succeed should attend all lectures, labs, and clinical sessions regularly and promptly. The student will need to come to class on time, fully prepared for that session, with the necessary materials.
There is no distinction between an excused or unexcused absence. In each course, you may have up to TWO absences without it affecting your final grade. On the third absence, the final grade for the course will be reduced by 2 points. On the fourth absence, the final grade for the course will be reduced by 4 points. On the fifth absence, the overall grade will be reduced by 10 points. On the sixth absence, the student will be required to repeat the course. Attendance will be recorded at the beginning of each session. If the student is not present when attendance is taken the student is counted absent. Two bonus points will be added to the final grade for perfect attendance.
All personal appointments should be scheduled during non-instructional hours.
The student should consult a physician regarding illness. If the illness is infectious, the student must take precautions to not spread infection with Amarillo College students and staff. Examples of infectious and communicable diseases includes but is not limited to Upper Respiratory Infection, Gastroenteritis, Influenza, Conjunctivitis, Chicken Pox, Active Tuberculosis, etc.
Students with children should have adequate and dependable arrangements for their care; have an alternate plan to follow when a child becomes ill.
In order to be fair to students who are present and perform the required tasks and because of time restraints, most missed work, especially lab and clinical work cannot be made up. Lab and clinical assignments involve the use of a partner. Without you, they cannot perform their assignments.
Missed exams maybe made up on the designated "make-up" days. In order to be fair to the students who take the exam at the scheduled time, an alternate exam with a loss of 5% of the original value will be given.
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Lecture Monday 9:00am-11:00am |
Lab Monday 1:00pm-3:00pm |
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New Student Orientation; Handwashing Syllabus Ch 6 Anatomy
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Handwashing Worksheet Body Cavities
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Ch. 7 Physiology *Adaptive Quiz 6,7 Assigned |
Handwashing Label Body Systems |
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Labor Day |
Labor Day |
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4 |
Exam I Ch 6, 7; AQ 6,7 Due Ch 10 Landmarks of the Oral Cavity pgs. 118-123 |
Practice Landmarks of the Face |
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Ch 10 Landmarks of the Oral Cavity 123-125 |
Practice Landmarks of the Face Practice Landmarks of the Oral Cavity |
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Exam II Ch 10 Ch 11 Dentition pgs. 126-134
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Practice Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity Practice Tooth ID |
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Ch 11 Dentition pgs. 134-140 Ch 12 Tooth Morphology pgs. 141-145 Anterior |
Competency Exam Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity Practice Tooth ID Tooth Morphology Clay Mold Anterior Teeth |
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Ch 12 Tooth Morphology pgs. 145-151 Posterior Ch 12 Tooth Morphology pgs. 151-156 Primary |
Practice Tooth ID Tooth Morphology Clay Mold Posterior Teeth |
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Fall Break |
Fall Break |
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10 |
Exam III Ch 11 and 12 Ch 8 Embryology pgs. 73-83 |
Competency Exam Tooth ID Embryology Assignment |
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Ch 8 Histology pgs. 83-93 |
Histology Assignment |
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Exam IV Ch 8 Ch 9 Regions and Bones pgs. 94-106 |
Regions and Bones Assignment Worksheet and Models |
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Ch 9 Muscles and Glands pgs. 106-109 |
Muscles and Glands Assignment Worksheet and Models |
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Ch 9 Blood and Nerves pgs. 109-115 Adaptive Quiz Chapter 9 Assigned |
Blood and Nerves Assignment Worksheet and Models |
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Ch 9 Lymph Nodes and Sinuses pgs. 116-117 Review Chapter 9 |
Lymph Nodes and Sinuses Assignment Review Head and Neck Anatomy on Models |
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Exam V Ch 9 |
Competency Exam Identify Head and Neck Anatomy on Models |
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Final |
Final |
The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the course calendar to meet course objectives.
Electronic and Recording Devices
Due to privacy issues and in order to create a proper learning environment, free of unnecessary distractions, all electronic devices are prohibited in this course.
This course will follow all established guidelines for cell phone use in all Dental Assisting courses. The use of cell phones is a privilege and must be treated as such. Cell Phones may be checked as designated break times. Any student that is found texting or talking on their phones during ANY part of class, clinical, or lab experience, will be asked to leave class for that day and receive a grade of ZERO for that time period. In case of an EMERGENCY situation in which cell phones are needed, they are to be used OUTSIDE the classroom. Smart watches are prohibited in the classroom, lab, and clinic.
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