Integrated Clinical Sciences I Lab: Orientation to Clinical Practice in General Dentistry.

Catalog description

The Orientation to the Clinical Practice of General Dentistry Practicum is a clinically-focused, multi-disciplinary, one-quarter course designed to prepare students to treat patients in Pacific's Main Dental Clinic and in community-based settings. This lab/clinic course is comprised of supervised case-based simulations, workshops, clinical exercises and community sites. The focus is on the development of a comprehensive medical and dental database risk assessment; disease prevention strategies; diagnostic tests; oral pathology; electronic chart management; ergonomics; infection control; basic periodontal instrumentation; professional deportment; cultural sensitivity and communication with patients in the clinic and in community settings. (IDS Quarter 1).