Table of Contents
Introduction vii
How to Use This Book ix
Unit 312: Principles of Infection Control in the Dental Environment
Outcome 1 Understand the Process of Infection Control 3
Outcome 2 Understand the Significance of Microorganisms 15
Outcome 3 Understand the Management of Infectious Conditions Affecting Dental Patients 23
Outcome 4 Know the Various Methods of Decontamination 31
Outcome 5 Understand Relevant Health and Safety Legislation Policies and Guidelines 41
Unit 313: Assessment of Oral Health and Treatment Planning
Outcome 1 Understand the Various Methods of Dental Assessment 53
Outcome 2 Know the Clinical Assessments Associated with Orthodontics 63
Outcome 3 Understand the Changes That May Occur in the Oral Tissues 71
Outcome 4 Know the Medical Emergencies That May Occur in the Dental Environment 79
Outcome 5 Know the Basic Structure and Function of Oral and Dental Anatomy 87
Unit 314: Dental Radiography
Outcome 1 Know the Regulations and Hazards Associated with Ionising Radiation 103
Outcome 2 Know the Different Radiographic Films and Their Uses 111
Outcome 3 Understand the Imaging Process and the Different Chemicals Used 119
Outcome 4 Understand the Importance for Stock Control of Radiographic Films 129
Unit 315: Scientific Principles in the Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Procedures
Outcome 1 Know the Common Oral Diseases 139
Outcome 2 Understand the Methods for the Prevention and Management of Oral Diseases 151
Outcome 3 Know How to Manage and Handle Materials and Instruments during Dental Procedures 163
Outcome 4 Understand the Purpose and Stages of Different Dental Procedures 183
Index 193