Lesson 1Cotton pliers, gauze, an' isolation accessories: handlin', sequences fi placement an' removalFocuses pon cotton pliers, gauze, an' isolation accessories fi moisture an' soft tissue control. Covers handlin', passin', placement an' removal sequences, an' safety considerations to prevent aspiration or tissue trauma durin' procedures.
Cotton pliers design an' safe handlin'Gauze uses in basic dental proceduresCotton rolls an' dry angles placementIsolation sequences fi common tasksPrevention of aspiration an' soft tissue injuryLesson 2Explorers an' probes: periodontal probe types an' markings (UNC-15, WHO), diagnostic explorers (Shepherd’s hook, EXD) an' when to use eachCovers explorers an' periodontal probes, including common designs an' markings such as UNC-15, WHO, an' Shepherd’s hook. Discusses indications, probin' technique, caries detection, an' infection-control considerations fi proper use.
Periodontal probe calibrations an' markingsProbin' technique an' recordin' depthsDiagnostic explorers an' tip designCaries an' calculus detection strategiesDecontamination an' storage of probesLesson 3Suction an' saliva ejectors: high-volume evacuator vs. saliva ejector, positionin', an' infection-control handlin'Explains design an' function of high-volume evacuators an' saliva ejectors, wid emphasis pon indications, positionin', ergonomics, an' infection-control handlin'. Highlights patient comfort, moisture control, an' aerosol reduction fi safe practice.
High-volume evacuator design an' partsSaliva ejector types an' indicationsOperator an' assistant positionin'Moisture control an' patient comfortInfection-control fi suction linesLesson 4Polishing instruments an' prophy paste selection: rubber cup technique, abrasive levels, rubber cup speed an' stroke techniqueDetails polishin' instruments, rubber cups, an' prophy paste selection. Reviews abrasive levels, stain indications, an' rubber cup speed an' stroke to minimize enamel loss, heat, an' soft tissue trauma durin' coronal polishin' fi clean results.
Rubber cup types an' attachment methodsProphy paste abrasiveness an' indicationsRubber cup speed an' torque controlStroke patterns an' access to tooth surfacesAvoidin' enamel an' soft tissue damageLesson 5Basic rotary handpieces an' attachments: slow-speed contra-angle uses fi polishin', prophylaxis angle components an' rpm guidanceIntroduces basic rotary handpieces an' attachments, emphasizin' slow-speed contra-angle use fi polishin'. Reviews prophylaxis angle components, rpm guidance, maintenance basics, an' safety when workin' near soft tissues fi reliable performance.
Slow-speed handpiece parts an' functionContra-angle attachment indicationsProphy angle types an' assemblyRecommended rpm ranges fi polishin'Maintenance, lubrication, an' sterilizationLesson 6Hand mirror types an' uses: mouth mirror design, indirect vision, retraction, transillumination an' fog controlReviews mouth mirror types, sizes, an' designs, including front-surface mirrors. Emphasizes indirect vision, retraction, transillumination, an' fog control techniques to improve visibility, ergonomics, an' patient comfort durin' exams.
Mirror head designs an' coatingsIndirect vision in posterior regionsCheek, lip, an' tongue retractionTransillumination fi caries detectionFog control an' mirror maintenanceLesson 7Instrument identification by number/shape: common design features (shank bend, toe vs. tip) an' implications fi accessExplains how instrument number an' shape relate to function an' access. Reviews shank bends, workin' end design, toe versus tip, an' handle features to support correct identification, selection, an' ergonomic use fi efficient work.
Numberin' systems an' manufacturer codesShank bends an' access to tooth surfacesToe versus tip an' cuttin' edge designHandle diameter, texture, an' balanceReadin' markings pon instrument handlesLesson 8Basic scalers an' curettes: universal vs. area-specific curettes, sickle scalers, adaptations, an' selection criteria fi supragingival an' subgingival debridementDifferentiates basic scalers an' curettes, including universal an' area-specific designs. Reviews sickle scalers, adaptations, angulation, an' selection criteria fi safe supragingival an' subgingival debridement wid minimal risk.
Universal versus area-specific curettesSickle scaler design an' indicationsWorkin' end adaptation an' angulationStroke types fi supra an' subgingival useSharpenin' basics an' edge preservationLesson 9Local infection-control adjuncts/tools: single-use disposables, instrument cassettes, barriers, an' sharps container practicesCovers infection-control adjuncts dat support safe instrument use, including single-use disposables, cassettes, barriers, an' sharps containers. Emphasizes selection, setup, handlin', an' disposal to reduce cross-contamination risk fi clean environment.
Types of single-use disposable itemsInstrument cassettes an' tray setupsSurface barriers an' change protocolsSharps container selection an' placementSharps handlin', transport, an' disposalLesson 10Basic radiography accessories used at an initial exam: film/sensor holders, beam alignment devices, an' radiation-safety basics (ALARA principles)Describes basic radiography accessories used at an initial exam, including film an' sensor holders an' beam alignment devices. Emphasizes ALARA principles, positionin' accuracy, an' patient an' operator radiation safety fi protected procedures.
Film an' sensor holder componentsBeam alignment device typesPositionin' fi periapical an' bitewing viewsALARA principles in dental radiographyPatient shieldin' an' operator distance rules
