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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDHY-201 Division of Health Professions Dental Hygiene Department Course Syllabus DHY 201- Oral Hygiene II Semester and year: Spring (1st year) Section Number: 001 & 002 Meeting Times: DHY 201-001 DHY 201-002 Location: Instructor: Office Location Phone: Departmental Secretary: Mary Geminiano Office Hours: By appointment Email Address: Course Description: This course focuses on providing clinical dental hygiene care to patients throughout the lifespan. The course incorporates age targeted prevention, culture competence, preventive therapies, clinical technologies and an introduction to soft tissue management. Opportunities for community oral health education are included. • Credits 3 (1 Lecture, Clinic 8) • Prerequisites: DHY 101, DHY 108, DHY 109 • Co-requisites: DHY 205, DHY 209 COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the dental hygiene student will be able to: Student Learning Outcome: Means of Assessment: 1. Assess and interpret data collected and develop an individualized dental hygiene treatment plan Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 2. Detect plaque and calculus and make appropriate recommendations for individualized plaque control programs Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 3. Provide dental hygiene care that meets the needs of a variety of patients. Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 4. Identify cultural competence and its role in patient care. Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 5. Identify special treatment considerations and implement appropriate care plans. Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 6. Develop decision-making skills regarding patient care based on current dental hygiene theory and technology Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 7. Develop effective time management skills for planning and providing dental hygiene care. Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 8. Develop soft tissue management programs based on individual patient need. Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs 9. Utilize instrumentation techniques necessary for successful periodontal debridement. Clinical competency evaluations 10. Develop evidence-based dental hygiene care. Written examinations/quizzes Clinical competency evaluations Case study analysis Case Debriefs INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY: Teaching Methods Learning Experiences/Activities 1. Lecture 2. Discussion 3. Handouts 4. PowerPoint Presentations 5. Multimedia (Videos/Films/Photographs) 6. Diagrams/Tables 7. Web enhanced CANVAS LMS 1. Visual, auditory, and tactile assessment and treatment of patients. 2. Analysis of patient date/assessments to formulate dental hygiene diagnoses and care plans. 8. Evaluation and application of evidenced based resources 3. Visual, auditory, and tactile implementation of treatments utilizing various hand and power instruments. 4. Discussion and documentation of all patient treatment. 5. Discussion boards, self-reflection journals via CANVAS. American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Entry Level Competencies for the Allied Health Professionals (Core Competencies (CC) include: Professional Knowledge 1. Professionalism 1.1 Apply professional values and ethics in all endeavors. 1.2 Adhere to accreditation standards and federal, state and local laws and regulations. 1.3 Promote quality assurance practices based on accepted standards of care. 1.4 Demonstrate interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with professionals and patients across socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. 2. Safety 2.1 Comply with local, state and federal regulations concerning infection control protocols for blood-borne and respiratory pathogens, other infectious diseases and hazardous materials. 2.2 Follow manufacturers’ recommendations related to materials and equipment used in practice. 2.3 Establish and enforce mechanisms to ensure the management of emergencies. 2.4 Use security guidelines and compliance training to create and maintain a safe, eco- friendly and sustainable practice compatible with emerging trends. 2.5 Ensure a humanistic approach to care. 2.6 Uphold a respectful and emotionally safe environment for patients and practitioners. 3. Critical Thinking 3.1 Demonstrate critical and analytical reasoning to identify and develop comprehensive oral health care solutions and protocols. 3.2 Apply individual and population risk factors, social determinants of health and scientific research to promote improved health and enhanced quality of life. 4. Scientific Inquiry and Research 4.1 Support research activities and develop research skills. 4.2 Use evidence-based decision-making to evaluate and implement health care strategies aligned with emerging trends to achieve high-quality, cost-effective and humanistic care. 4.3 Integrate accepted scientific theories and research into educational, preventive and therapeutic oral health services.
 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 5.Health Education and Community Connection 5.1 Endorse health literacy and disease prevention. 5.2 Communicate and provide health education and oral self-care to diverse populations. 5.3 Facilitate learning platforms for communities of interest by providing health education through collaboration with dental and other professionals. 5.4 Promote the values of the dental profession through service-based activities. 5.5 Evaluate outcomes for future activities supporting health and wellness of individuals and communities. 6.Advocacy 6.1 Promote an ethical and equitable patient care and practice environment by demonstrating inclusion of diverse beliefs and values. 6.2 Uphold civic and social engagement through active involvement in professional affiliations to advance oral health. Professional Development and Practice Professional Growth 7.1 Commit to lifelong learning for professional and career opportunities in a variety of roles and settings. 7.2 Engage in research, education, industry involvement, technological and professional developments and/or advanced degrees. 7.3 Demonstrate self-awareness through reflective assessment for continued improvement. Business Practices 8.1 Facilitate referrals to and consultations with relevant health care providers and other professionals to promote equitable and optimal patient care. 8.2 Promote economic growth and sustainability by meeting practice goals. 8.3 Create and maintain comprehensive, timely and accurate records. 8.4 Protect privacy, confidentiality and security of the patients and the practice by complying with legislation, practice standards, ethics and organizational policies. Leadership 9.1 Develop and use effective strategies to facilitate change. 9.2 Inspire and network with others to nurture collegial affiliations. 9.3 Solicit and provide constructive feedback to promote professional growth of self. Discipline-specific (Dental Hygiene) competencies: DH. 1 Essential Knowledge DH. 1.1 Apply the knowledge of the following sciences during the dental hygiene process of care: Microbiology, Human anatomy and physiology, Human cellular biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology and pathology, Nutrition, Pharmacokinetics 
 DH. 1.2 Apply the knowledge of the following behavioral sciences during the dental hygiene process of care: Sociology, Psychology, Interpersonal communication. DH. 2 Person-centered Care 2.1 Assessment DH.2.1.1 Accurately collect and document a comprehensive medical, dental, social health history and diagnostic data. DH.2.1.2 Critically analyze all collected data. DH.2.1.3 Identify predisposing, etiologic, environmental, and social risk factors for person- centered care. 2.2 Dental Hygiene Diagnosis DH.2.2.1 Analyze comprehensive medical, dental and social health history. DH.2.2.2 Integrate observational and diagnostic data as part of the dental hygiene diagnosis. DH.2.2.3 Use predisposing, etiologic, environmental, and social risk factors for person- centered care. 2.3 Planning DH.2.3.1 Use the patient’s assessment to establish an optimal and realistic, person- centered dental hygiene care plan through mutual communication. DH.2.3.2 Use all aspects of the dental hygiene diagnosis in combination with the person’s values, beliefs, and preferences to develop a dental hygiene care plan through shared decision- making. 2.4 Implementation DH.2.4.1 Obtain informed consent based on the agreed-upon treatment plan. DH.2.4.2 Execute individualized treatment based on the patient’s dental hygiene diagnosis. DH.2.4.3 Integrate educational, preventive and the therapeutic services to provide comprehensive person-centered care. DH.2.4.4 Use specialized skills and evidenced-based technology to promote dental and periodontal health. DH.2.4.5 Continuously re-evaluate for modifications to achieve desired outcomes. 2.5 Evaluation and Documentation DH.2.5.1 Evaluate the effectiveness of completed services. DH.2.5.2 Analyze treatment outcomes of the dental hygiene process of care to determine improved health and modifications. DH.2.5.3 Modify dental hygiene care plans as necessary to meet goals of patient and clinician. DH.2.5.4 Identify necessary referrals for success of the treatment outcomes, including intraprofessional and interprofessional health care providers, supporting professions and patient advocates. DH.2.5.5 Accurately document assessment findings and data, dental hygiene diagnosis and care plan, implementation, outcome evaluation and any communication between professionals and patient and anyone else in the circle of care. Course Texts and/or Other Study Materials: Boyd, Wilkins Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist 14th edition, Jones & Bartlett Learning. 2023 (abbreviated as W in the course readings) ISBN:9781284255997 Bowen, Pieren, Darby and Walsh Dental Hygiene: Theory and Practice, 6th Edition, Evolve, Elsevier. 2025 (abbreviated as DW in the course readings) ISBN: 9780323877824 Gehrig, Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation, 9th edition, Jones & Bartlett Learning. 2026. abbreviated as FPI in the course readings) ISBN:9781284019339 Gehrig, Patient Assessment Tutorials, 4th edition, Jones & Bartlett Learning. 2018. abbreviated as PAT in the course readings) ISBN:9781284240924 Langlais, Color Atlas of Common Oral Diseases, 5th edition, Jones & Bartlett Learning. 2017 (abbreviated as CA in the course readings) ISBN:9781284240986 Guerenlian, Preventing Medical Emergencies, 3rd Edition, Jones & Bartlett Learning. 2015 abbreviated as PME in the course readings) ISBN:9781284241013 Instructional and Online Additional Resources Health Professions Librarian: Joan Dalrymple jdalrymple@bergen.edu Bergen Community College https://bergen.edu/library/ BCC Library Citation Guide https://bergen.libguides.com/citationguides/apa American Dental Hygienists Association: www.adha.org American Dental Association: www.ada.org Dictionary.com (or App) https://www.dictionary.com/ Medical Dictionary https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical International Federation of Dental Hygienists http://www.ifdh.org/ American Dental Education Association http://www.ifdh.org/ New Jersey Dental Hygienists Association https://www.njdha.org/ Journal of Dental Hygiene (JDH) (http://www.adha.org/jdh Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA)(https://jada.ada.org) Journal of Dental Education (http://www.jdentaled.org/) Journal of Allied Health (http://www.asahp.org/journal-of-allied-health/) Journal of Dental Research (http://journals.sagepub.com/home/jdr) Access http://www.adha.org/access-magazine Dental Clinics of North America https://www.dental.theclinics.com RDH Magazine https://www.rdhmag.com Colgate www.colgate.com Dental Care www.dentalcare.com Grading Policy: Didactic 65% Tests/Clinical Reviews (4-One Comprehensive) 50% Assignments/ Projects/Discussion/Journal 50% Clinical 30% Patient Care 55% Instrument Competencies 15% Support Therapies/OSCE/MOCK CDCA/XRAYS 25% Professionalism 5% Attendance 5% Total Grade 100% Grading Scale 92-100 A 89-91 B+ 83-88 B 80-82 C+ 75-79 C Below 75 R Incomplete (Not all requirements fulfilled) N A cumulative average of 75 must be achieved in each of the didactical and clinical portions of the course. When a student has not been able to earn a “C” grade or better, in either category, the student will be required to repeat the course. Some clinical items will carry a higher weight based on semester. (Clinical Competencies). *Time frame provided to complete requirements to achieve Pass Grade Students MUST meet the 75% competency level in the Clinical Component to progress in the Dental Hygiene Program. If you pass the Didactic portion with a minimum of 75% but you do not pass the clinical component with a 75% you will fail the course A grade of C or better in all DHY courses must be maintained for progression to the next Dental Hygiene course. Assignments/Projects/Discussions/Journal 50% Group Projects: Age/Targeted Population Prevention Project & Cultural Competence Project Self-Reflection Clinical Journal Each clinical journal entry must encompass and include highlights on both of the clinical sessions for that week. Address: 1-What did I learn today that allowed me to formulate a realistic plan for future patient care? 2-How did what I learned help me to better meet my goals? 3- How did what I learned prepare me to perform better in the future? 4-What were the strengths or weaknesses and/or challenges or triumphs of the session? 5-What were the areas that were improved on or need improvement? 6-How did previous actions or decisions from other clinical sessions assist me in how or why I met or did not meet my goals? ATTENDANCE POLICY: https://catalog.bergen.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=666&hl=%22instructor%22&r eturnto=search • All students are expected to attend punctually every scheduled meeting of each course in which they are registered. • Attendance and lateness policies and sanctions are to be determined by the instructor for each section of each course. • These will be established in writing on the individual course outline. Attendance will be kept by the instructor for administrative and counseling purposes. The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) requires that students complete a minimum number of clinical and didactic hours in the program; therefore, students are expected to attend all class/lab sessions. Attendance is critical to the successful completion of the program. All program classes and activities must be prioritized. Scheduling conflicts must be resolved by the student so that program classes and activities are met. It is the student’s responsibility to be on time for all classes, labs, and clinical sessions. Attendance, lateness policies, and sanctions are to be determined by the instructor of each course. These will be established in writing on the individual course outline. The penalty for more than two (2) unexcused absences (i.e., a doctor’s note) will be a loss of credit in this course and will result in the student repeating the entire course. NOTE: Two (2) tardies will equal one (1) absence. Consequently, excessive absenteeism and tardiness may impact work ethics and course grades. Therefore, it may become necessary to withdraw from a course due to excessive absenteeism. Other College, Divisional, and/or Departmental Policy Statements: DRESS CODE Students are expected to exhibit a professional appearance as noted in the Student Handbook. ACADEMIC CONDUCT The Dental Hygiene faculty adheres to the policy statement governing academic conduct as outlined in the Bergen Community College Catalog. https://catalog.bergen.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=671&hl=%22conduct%22&returnto= search#procedure-thecode Faculty reserve the right to delay the return of exam grades until all students have taken the exam and faculty review of the exam has been completed. Cheating, plagiarism, and unethical behavior will not be tolerated. Any student who has demonstrated any of the above behaviors will be disciplined according to college procedures. *Note: An instructor may establish other guidelines regarding academic integrity consistent with the College policy. https://catalog.bergen.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=666&hl=%22plagiarism%22&retur nto=search Cheating, plagiarism, and unethical behavior will not be tolerated. Any student who has demonstrated any of the above behaviors will be disciplined according to college procedures. Cell phones are not permitted in classrooms, laboratories or clinics unless they are part of the learning activity. Students are not permitted to use any type of recording device to tape lectures or clinical sessions. Children are not permitted in classrooms and/or laboratories. Food is not permitted in classrooms, laboratories, clinic reception area or clinical areas. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY Dental hygienists are health care professionals who ‘focus on preventing and treating oral diseases.’ They play an important role in society by providing services that contribute to the health and well-being of individuals and their communities and must always display ethical behavior. This obligation begins in dental hygiene school and continues throughout one’s professional career. The American Dental Hygienists’ Association’s Code of Ethics establishes behavioral standards to guide the public’s expectations of trust and accountability. These ethical standards include a commitment to honesty, truthfulness, full disclosure, accuracy, fairness, and integrity. You are expected to be guided by these standards and follow the Dental Hygiene Department rules of conduct during any testing situation. All students are expected to pass examinations on their own merit without assistance and are expected to maintain confidentiality with respect to examination content. Behavior that results in misconduct or irregularity in the examination process is a very serious matter. Violation of the rules of conduct or examination regulations may result in the voiding of examination results or other appropriate penalties. The Dental Hygiene Program will adhere to the Academic Integrity Policy of Bergen Community College, which is stated in the College Catalog. Violation of academic integrity may be defined to include, but not limited to cheating, plagiarism, falsification and fabrication, abuse of academic materials, complicity in academic dishonesty, and personal misrepresentation. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of the behaviors that constitute academic dishonesty. Please refer to the Bergen Community College Catalog for more information. COURSE ISSUES If a problem arises with any aspect of this course, it is the responsibility of the student to bring the problem to the attention of the primary faculty member. If the issue involves any other faculty member, the student will be referred to discuss the problem with the faculty member that is involved. The primary faculty member will not change any evaluation grade issued by clinical faculty members. To facilitate resolution of any issues that may arise, students must follow this protocol. Students should not make appointments with the Dental Hygiene Department Academic Department Chairperson, other faculty members or administration without first addressing the issue with the primary faculty member. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Students who require accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can request these services from the Office of Specialized Services. To learn more about how to apply for services, please visit them at: https://bergen.edu/current- students/student-services-departments/disability-services-office-of-specialized-services/ ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Bergen Community College is committed to ensuring the full participation of all students in its programs. If you have a documented disability (or think you may have a disability) and, as a result, need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this class, complete course requirements, or benefit from the College’s programs or services, contact the Office of Special Services (OSS) as soon as possible at 201-612-5270 or www.bergen.edu/oss To receive any academic accommodation, you must be appropriately registered with OSS. The OSS works with students confidentially and does not disclose any disability- related information without their permission. The OSS serves as a clearinghouse on disability issues and works in partnership with faculty and all other student service offices. SERIOUS ILLNESS, INJURY/PREGNANCY Overall good health is essential to the practice of dental hygiene. To successfully complete the program, full participation in all areas of practice is required, regardless of medical conditions. A student in the Dental Hygiene Program who sustains a serious illness or injury or becomes pregnant must present written medical permission to attend classes and clinical practice at the time of resuming studies. The pregnant student needs to be aware of the risks of working in the dental field for the unborn child. Occupational risks include heavy lifting, radiation, chemical, drug, and toxins exposures, exposure to blood and airborne pathogens. Pregnant students must provide the Dental Hygiene Department Chair and Clinical Coordinator with written permission to participate in radiology and clinical courses. The Health Services and the course instructor must also receive copies of this medical clearance. Pregnant students must wear a fetal monitor badge in addition to a radiology badge during all clinical and laboratory sessions (second, summer, third, and fourth semesters). A due date must be noted in writing by the attending physician. Please consult wit h the Department Chair or Clinical Coordinator for more information and necessary forms. PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT This course uses Canvas and follows institutional and legal guidelines to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of all students. Processes and systems used in this course— including online learning platforms, assessments, and communications—are designed to protect student information in accordance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and institutional policies. Any submitted assignments, discussions, or evaluations are handled securely and are accessible only to authorized individuals. Students are encouraged to refrain from sharing personal health or academic information in public forums and to contact the instructor directly with any sensitive concerns. SEXUAL HARASSMENT STATEMENT HR-003-001.2018-Policy-Prohibiting-Sexual-Harassment.pdf (bergen.edu) https://bergen.edu/wp-content/uploads/HR-008-001-2023-Title-IX-Policy-and- Procedures-Updated-11.2025.pdf STATEMENT ON ACCEPTABLE USE OF BCC TECHNOLOGY: Acceptable-Use-Policy.pdf (bergen.edu) STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES Bergen Community College provides exemplary support to its students and offers a wide variety of opportunities and services. A comprehensive array of student support services, including advising, tutoring, academic coaching, and more, is available online at https://bergen.edu/currentstudents/. SIDNEY SILVERMAN LIBRARY ONLINE RESOURCES: https://bergen.libguides.com/dental COURSE OUTLINE, READING ASSIGNMENTS, COMPETENCIES and CALENDAR This course outline and calendar is subject to change depending on the progress of the class. Due to the amount of material to be covered in this course, it is recommended that you read your textbook chapter(s) before the lecture or clinic to familiarize yourself with the material that will be covered in the lecture or clinic session. You are responsible for the information covered in assigned readings, materials covered in lecture and clinic, course goals, and supporting core competencies. Following each session, you should re-read the required reading assignment, complete any identification exercises, and review any lecture notes Date: Topic/Activity: Competencies: Assignments/Events: WEEK 1 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Oral Physiotherapy Aids Chapter Reading WEEK 2 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Fluorides, PSDHCP Chapter Readings WEEK 3 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Counseling, Learning Chapter Readings WEEK 4 TEST 1 Non Surgical Periodontal Therapy Implants Chapter Readings WEEK 5 Power Instrumentation Chapter Readings WEEK 6 Cross Cultural Practice/Diversity Chapter Readings WEEK 7 Evidence Based Practice (EBP) Chapter Readings WEEK 8 TEST 2 Chapter Readings Age Targeted prevention (ATP) WEEK 9 Age Targeted prevention (ATP) Chapter Readings WEEK 10 Age Targeted prevention (ATP) Chapter Readings WEEK 11 Denture and Appliance Care Chapter Readings WEEK 12 Oral Piercing Chapter Readings WEEK 13 TEST 3 Extrinsic Stain Removal Coronal Polishing Chapter Readings WEEK 14 FINAL EXAM Prepare Presentations WEEK 15 Presentations Prepare Presentation This Course Outline and Calendar are tentative and subject to change, depending upon the progress of the class and the discretion of the instructor.