Knowledge
The candidate is able to explain:
- the principles of dissemination of disease and infection (Hygiene Plan for the University Dental Clinic.
- the principles of patient communication
- the content and function of anamnesis
- methods for extra- and intraoral examination
- local anaesthetics and their application
- formal requirements for dental records
Skills
The candidate is able to:
- implement the recommended practices for good clinical hygiene
- write a dental record (take an anamnesis, perform extra- and intraoral examinations, make a preliminary diagnosis an master the software programs OPUS and Digora).
- outline a preliminary treatment plan
- inject local anaesthesia
- use the equipment and materials according to applicable guidelines
- handling special and hazardous waste in an appropriate manner
General competence
The student:
- is able to communicate with the patient in order to obtain complete and relevant medical history and discuss treatment options
- has a sense of responsibility and empathy towards patients
- has acquired good attitudes
- respects the laws and regulations
- is aware of routines on how to handle and act upon unpleasant and threatening situations in the clinic and be prepared for that such situations can occur