Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  01/26/99
DAE225      19996-20005	LAB	1 Credit(s)	5 Period(s)
Pediatric Clinical Practice
Placement of students in pediatric dental facilities for supervised practical experience. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in DAE/DHE103, DAE104, DAE/DHE105, DAE106, DAE/DHE117, DAE131, DAE/DHE201, and DAE/DHE202. Corequisites: DAE140, DAE225, DAE226, and DAE227.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
DAE225   19996-20005	Pediatric Clinical Practice

1.	Orient oneself with the pediatric dental facility, the dentist, and staff. (I)
2.	Describe the roles and responsibilities of the dentist, staff, and student. (II)
3.	Prepare the operatory for pediatric dental procedures. (III)
4.	Perform preoperative diagnostic procedures. (III)
5.	Prepare patient for pediatric dentistry. (III)
6.	Prepare tray setups for pediatric dental procedures. (IV)
7.	Assist with pediatric dental procedures. (V)
8.	Perform pediatric dental procedures for patient. (VI)
9.	Assist with or perform lifesaving techniques. (VII)
10.	Perform disinfecting/sterilization procedures. (VIII)
11.	Maintain operatory and equipment. (IX)
12.	Demonstrate professionalism. (X)
13.	Apply professional ethics. (X)
14.	Communicate effectively with patients, dentist, and staff. (XI)
15.	Perform secretarial/receptionist activities. (XII)
16.	Evaluate dental facility, dentist, and staff. (XIII)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
DAE225   19996-20005	Pediatric Clinical Practice

I. Orientation to Pediatric Clinical Dental Facility A. Dentist B. Staff C. Facility II. Roles and Responsibilities A. Dentist B. Staff C. Student III. Preparation for Dental Procedures A. Prepare operatory B. Position patient C. Position light D. Scrub hands E. Position self F. Record vital signs G. Prepare diagnostic aids 1. Preliminary clinical exam 2. Radiographs 3. Study models 4. Vitality test IV. Preparation of Tray Setups for Operative Procedures A. Oral and dental exam B. Preventative procedures 1. Prophylaxis 2. Fluoride 3. Sealant C. Anesthesia 1. Local anesthetic 2. Sedation 3. General anesthetic D. Rubber dam E. Matrices F. Restorative procedures 1. Amalgam 2. Composite 3. Pulpotomy 4. Pulpectomy 5. Stainless steel crowns 6. Prosthetics 7. Temporary restorations V. Assistance with Operative Procedures A. Oral and dental exam B. Preventative procedures 1. Prophylaxis 2. Fluoride 3. Sealants C. Anesthesia 1. Local anesthetic 2. Sedation 3. General anesthesia D. Rubber dam E. Matrices F. Restorative procedures 1. Amalgam 2. Composite 3. Pulpotomy 4. Pulpectomy 5. Stainless steel crowns 6. Prosthetics 7. Temporary crowns VI. Performance of Pediatric Operative Procedures A. Fluoride treatment B. Sealants C. Topical anesthesia placement D. Rubber dam application E. Matrix placement F. Bases and liners application G. Preliminary impressions H. Temporary restoration I. Postoperative procedures J. Expose radiographs VII. Emergency CPR Procedures VIII. Disinfecting/Sterilizing Procedures A. Operatory B. Equipment/instruments IX. Maintenance A. Operatory B. Equipment X. Professionalism A. Behavior B. Appearance C. Ethics XI. Communication A. Patients B. Dentist C. Staff XII. Office Management A. Secretarial B. Receptionist C. Bookkeeping XIII. Evaluation A. Dental facility B. Dentist C. Staff

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