DA5. 488 — Expanded Duties I
A study of procedures beyond the scope of general chairside assisting. The Oregon Dental Practice Act allows for instruction in placement and removal of matrix retainers, placement of temporary restorations, coronal polishing and fluoride treatments. Includes techniques to acquire skills for taking alginate impressions, taking bit registrations for study model articulation and placement and removal of sub-gingival retraction cord. Emphasis is on patient care and post operative instructions. Required: Acceptance into the Dental Assistant Program.