Glossary

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Dental Hygiene

Practical Case Studies

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Mentoring

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The Forton Model

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Discussion

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Introduction

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of Terms – Organisations and Other Descriptors

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Coaching

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4: Occlusal Examination

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Case 4Occlusal Examination CASE STORY Miranda Hathaway is 11 years old. She is active in student government, basketball, softball, and field hockey. Miranda stated she is “being bullied and teased…

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6: Local Contributing Factors

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Case 6Local Contributing Factors CASE STORY As with drug‐induced gingivitis, there are many cases in which local contributing factors play a role in the development of gingival and periodontal diseases….

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3: Oral Hygiene Instruction with Limited Dexterity

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Case 3Oral Hygiene Instruction with Limited Dexterity CASE STORY A 59‐year‐old female presents at the dental office for complete dental evaluation and states, “I feel like some of my teeth…

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1: Participating in Community Programs

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Case 1Participating in Community Programs CASE STORY The dental hygienists from the local component were contacted after Palomar Hospital was awarded a grant to assess the oral health needs and…

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3: Pit and Fissure Sealants

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Case 3Pit and Fissure Sealants CASE STORY A 25‐year‐old male presents for dental examination after a seven‐year hiatus from dental care. The patient has been away at college, started working…

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1: Older Adult

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Case 1Older Adult CASE STORY A 73‐year‐old Hispanic female patient presents to the clinic with the chief concern of “I had a partial denture made back home in my own…

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5: Aggressive Periodontics

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Case 5Aggressive Periodontics CASE STORY A 53‐year‐old Caucasian female presents for treatment. Her chief complaint is “sensitive teeth.” She has experienced bleeding and sore gums. She has not been to…

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2: Promoting Health and Preventing Disease within Groups

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Case 2Promoting Health and Preventing Disease within Groups CASE STORY The dental hygienists that are members of a local component have been awarded funds by the regional dental society to…

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2: Polishing Restored and Natural Teeth

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Case 2Polishing Restored and Natural Teeth CASE STORY Mrs. X, a 52‐year‐old female, widow, will be getting married in two months “I am so excited about my wedding; I really…

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1: Plaque Removal; Individualized Patient Education

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Case 1Plaque Removal; Individualized Patient Education CASE STORY The patient is Mrs. A., a 58‐year‐old Caucasian female with a history of periodontal disease, and who has been under periodontal maintenance…