DAST 1407: Restorative Dental Assisting
Effective date
September 2024
Department
Distance Dental Assisting
Description
This course introduces the learner to procedures directly related to restorative dentistry and the Certified Dental Assistant’s (CDA) role. Dental equipment, instruments and armamentaria as well as the properties and manipulation of restorative dental materials are discussed.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify basic anatomical structures related to pain management.
- Explain of methods for pain and anxiety management, incorporating a culturally diverse perspective to ensure inclusive and culturally sensitive approaches in addressing the diverse needs of individuals.
- Describe isolation techniques for operative dentistry.
- Describe restorative dental materials and their uses.
- Describe basic restorative and cosmetic procedures.
- Describe use and classification of restorative instruments.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 75
Total Hours: 75
Instructional Strategies
This online course is offered with instructor support via web-based communication, email and a learning management system (LMS). Instructional strategies include but are not limited to case studies, research and online activities.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+=64%; completed clinical assignments graded S
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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45
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Assignments and case studies
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Quizzes/Tests
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15
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Final Exam
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40
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Course topics
- Anatomical Structures Related to Pain Management
- Pain and Anxiety Management
- Isolation
- Restorative Dental Materials
- Restorative and Cosmetic Procedures
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.