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- course intended to acquaint the student with the scope and responsibilities of dentistry as a health profession and its relation with other professions.
- Consideration is given to the application of his academic preparation to clinical practice.
Perspective in Dentistry
Reasons for choosing dentistry
- Personal
- External
Characteristics that a dental student should possess
Energy
Enthusiasm
Patience
Perseverance
6 People involved in training a dentist
Dentistry teachers / clinical instructors Members of the allied professions (health professionals, x-ray/laboratory technicians) Government agencies (CHED, PRC) Dental Licensure Examination 2 parts: theoretical and practical Private educational institutions The patients The community/the public
knowledge obtained through systematized investigation / study / inquiry concerning the various theories, principles and concepts of dentistry
Dentistry as aSCIENCE
involves skilled craftsmanship / psychomotor skills / or technical skills in the practice of the profession
Dentistry as an ART
is a calling or vocation requiring specialized knowledge and technical skills following lengthy and intensive preparation
Dentistry as a PROFESSION
Conditions of the oral cavity / mouth
normal and abnormal
Preventive Services
Twice-a-year dental check-up Oral prophylaxis /cleaning Fluoridization Fluoridation Oral health education Oral hygiene regimen
Remedial /corrective /curative Services
Restorations
RCT
Oral Surgery
Prostheses
Three factors responsible for immediate complaints of patients
PAIN, DISCOMFORT, DEFORMITY
Three-fold value of the Dental Profession
Service to mankind
Social security
Prestige
Ideal Traits of Dentists
Dedication to service Honesty and sincerity Diligence and thoroughness Resourcefulness Charity
