10-508-122EFDA Preventative Procedures
Course Information
Description
Examine the role of the Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary in WI. Learn how to provide preventative procedures performed by the EFDA including coronal polishing and application of topical fluoride, fluoride varnish, or similar dental topical agents.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Articulate the role of the Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    identify the responsibilities and limitations of an EFDA in WI
    explain the credentialing requirements for an EFDA in WI
    describe how an EFDA can expand access to dental care

  2. Maintain clear operating field
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    select the correct armamentarium
    don personal protective equipment
    position yourself and patient correctly to maintain proper ergonomics
    anticipate procedural steps
    perform all steps in an appropriate sequence
    retract the tongue, cheeks and lips using mouth mirror, HVE tip, isolation aides, or adjunctive mechanisms
    evacuate fluids and debris using HVE and/or saliva ejector
    identify the structures of the oral cavity
    isolate oral cavity
    employ safety precautions
    maintain infection control protocol
    prepare patient with protective equipment

  3. Perform coronal polishing procedures
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    identify the structures of the oral cavity
    identify the tooth structure
    assess the supporting structure of the teeth (gingiva)
    observe the oral pathologies impacting dental health and treatment
    identify the indications and contraindications for coronal polish
    differentiate among the types of stains
    select the correct armamentarium
    don personal protective equipment
    utilize appropriate polishing agents based on patient need
    position yourself and patient correctly to maintain proper ergonomics
    perform all steps in an appropriate sequence
    communicate professionally with the patient
    employ safety precautions while using slow speed handpiece
    maintain infection control protocol
    prepare patient with protective equipment
    provide pre and post operative instructions to patient
    document procedure on patient record

  4. Apply fluoride agents
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill Demonstration
    Criteria
    follow safety and infection control protocol
    observe the oral pathologies impacting dental health and treatment
    recommend appropriate fluoride product based on patient need
    select correct armamentarium
    don personal protective equipment
    prepare patient with protective equipment
    position yourself and patient correctly to maintain proper ergonomics
    perform all steps in an appropriate sequence
    maintain infection control protocol
    prepare patient with protective equipment
    prepare teeth prior to application
    monitor patient during procedure checking for tissue reaction
    provide pre and post operative instructions to patient
    document procedure on patient record