Introduction to Dentistry (Orientation Module)

1.1 What is Dentistry; 1.2 Global & Regional Burden of Oral Disease; 1.3 The Role of the Dentist in Society

2.1 Origins of Dentistry; 2.2 Milestones in Dental Science; 2.3 Development of Dentistry in Different Regions

3.1 Composition of the Dental Team; 3.2 Roles & Responsibilities; 3.3 Interprofessional Collaboration

4.1 General Dental Terminology; 4.2 Tooth Numbering Systems; 4.3 Tooth Surfaces & Orientation; 4.4 Basic Diagnostic Terms

5.1 First Contact with the Patient; 5.2 Basics of History Taking (High-Level); 5.2 Basics of History Taking (High-Level); 5.4 Cultural Sensitivity & Respect

6.1 Principles of Infection Control; 6.2 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); 6.3 Instrument Decontamination & Sterilisation (Conceptual); 6.4 Occupational Hazards in Dentistry; 6.5 Waste Management (Intro)

7.1 Dental Records; 7.2 Informed Consent (Intro); 7.3 Confidentiality; 7.3 Confidentiality

8.1 Professional Behaviour; 8.2 Core Ethical Principles (Intro); 8.3 Professional Boundaries; 8.4 Social Responsibility

9.1 Why Evidence Matters; 9.2 Basic EBD Concepts (Very Light); 9.3 Self-Directed Learning