DTH 521
Advanced Dental Therapy Practice
2 Unit(s) (PH 90)
Course Description
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
1. develop improved clinical skills in patient management;
2. develop improved clinical skills in patient management;
3. identify and operate the ultrasonic scaling machines;
4. carry out simple maintenance of the ultrasonic scaler;
5. list the advantages and disadvantages of an ultrasonic scaler; and
6. identify when referrals are needed for complex cases.
Course Outline
Application of dental therapy theory and principles through clinical scenarios. Development of
improved clinical reasoning skills. Understanding of the limits of dental therapy consultations and
referral processes. Evaluation and consultation with Supervising dentist. Know the use of
ultrasonic scalers (cavitron). Define an ultrasonic scaler. Identify the accessories used with the
ultrasonic scalers such as interchangeable tips. Operate the ultrasonic scaler and its accessories.
Carry out simple maintenance on the ultrasonic scaler. List the advantages and disadvantages of
an ultrasonic scaler.