In this course students apply a holistic approach to client treatment. The focus is on cases completed in the DEND 2103 Clinical Prosthetics 1 course. Students reflect on, and integrate previously learned theoretical knowledge and practical skills from complete denture courses. Students present clinical cases from DEND 2103 to their peers, providing the rationale and methodology for choosing the content of their client treatment plan. Students reflect on the difficulties and successes they encountered throughout the entire client treatment process and reflect on ways to improve their practice. In addition students are required to demonstrate ability to compose and manage patient records and maintain confidentiality. Opportunities to role play difficult case scenarios are provided.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of all Term 1 and 2 courses and DEND 2103.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Patient consultation: Medical and physiological documentation; extra/intra oral examinations; Treatment plan: Patient documentation; confidentiality; access patient requirements; access clinical requirements; access technical requirements; treatment schedule and time management Clinical procedures: Apply concepts and technical and clinical skills learned in Clinical Prosthetics 1 and 2. Emphasis is on clinical procedure accuracy and time management Post insertion care: patient record management; confidentiality; effective and supportive patient communication; Reflection; role play; ethical dilemmas Portfolio as per regulatory requirements
Applicants requesting PLAR must meet with the Denturist Department Leader
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.