In this unit you will gain theoretical knowledge in periodontal and dental hygiene diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment procedures. You will translate and integrate knowledge and skills learnt throughout the Bachelor of Oral Health course through work-integrated learning clinical practice. You must comply with clinical policies and procedures while undertaking clinical practice. You will improve your clinical reasoning skills in a supportive environment aimed to increase your confidence through reflective and self-directed learning. On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to demonstrate clinical judgment and practical skills in oral examination and diagnosis of dental conditions in adults of all ages. You will also be able to demonstrate safety and competence in patient care over a range of periodontal and dental hygiene clinical procedures, including referral of patients for complex care outside your scope of practice. You will be able to apply the principles of radiation biology and protection when producing diagnostic intra-oral and extra-oral radiographic images in the clinic. You will be able to communicate information regarding oral health in oral and written forms utilising appropriate interpersonal and team communication skills, professional attitudes and ethical behaviours. You will be required to attend a two-week compulsory intensive program prior to the commencement of Term 1.

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from SUTE comments

Clear expectations for exams would be highly recommended, students understand that there is availablility to ask questions in review week 12, however clear topics, outlines or guidance for the exams would be highly benificial. Students struggle to target studying for these end of term exams due to the un specific instructions.

It is recommended that current examination guidelines are enhanced.

Feedback from SUTE comments

Students feel as if some of the exam questions could be more specific and clarify in terms (give x amount of examples) especially for questions that require a high amount of marks (example 14 marks).

It is recommended that exam questions be reviewed and updated to provide more information on answer requirements.

Feedback from SUTE comments

It would have been nice to have a lecture either in class or video access on how to complete notes in clinic prior to working on patients.

It is recomended that a lecture be developed in conjunction with the ORAL12001 Unit Co-ordinator. The aim will be to better outline the expectations, and the processes involved for the correct and succint completion of patient notes in the CQUniversity Oral Health Clinic.