perspective dent Flashcards

1
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Two types of reasons for student’s choice of dentistry

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personal and external

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2
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what is personal choice

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  • factor that stem from within
  • voluntary will or from his or her own choice
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3
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what are the cost that we need to consider in pursuing dental course

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•tuition and other fees
• textbook
• dental equipment, instruments and materials
• clinical requirement (prime need for patients)
• living allowances

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4
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People/organizations involved in training of a dentist

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• dentistry teachers/ clinical instructor
• members of health professionals
• private educational institutions
• patient
• government agencies

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5
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What is dentistry

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science, art, and profession

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6
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explain dentistry as science

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obtained through systematized/study/ inquiry concerning the various theories, principles, and concepts of dentistry

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7
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explain dentistry as an art

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involves skills
skilled craftsmanship/ psychomotor skills/ or technical skills in the practice of the profession

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8
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explain dentistry as a profession

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  • calling or vocation
  • requiring specialized knowledge and technical skills following a lengthy and intensive preparation
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9
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threefold value of the dental profession

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  1. service to mankind
  2. Social security
  3. prestige
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10
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It is oral needs of humanity

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service to mankind

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11
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two types of service to mankind

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preventive services and remedial/ corrective/ curative services

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12
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service offered to prevent dental check up

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preventive services

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13
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services are offered in the presence of a disease

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remedial/ corrective/ curative services

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14
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condition of the oral cavity/mouth

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  • normal
  • abnormal
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15
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three factors responsible for immediate complaints of patients

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pain, discomfort, and deformity

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16
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it is ideal means of livelihood and career opportunities

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social security

17
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it is a title or degree doctor

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Prestige

18
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What are the school demand (4)

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perseverance
humility
sense of humor
honesty

19
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traits of dentist should possess (7)

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excellent communication skills
detail oriented
dexterity
leadership skills
patience
physical stigma
problem solving skills

20
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qualities of dentist (7)

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educates patients
extensive knowledge
updated of new texhnology
continues education
patient involvement
honesty and compassion
communication skills

21
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ideal traits of dentist (5)

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dedication
honesty and sincerity
diligence and thoroughness
resourcefulness/ creative
charity/ compassionate

22
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characteristics that a dental student should possess (5)

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energy
enthusiasm
patience
perseverance
highly motivated

23
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employment and career opportunities of a dentist

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