Key Knowledge to Review Study tooth anatomy, oral tissues, basic physiology, and common oral diseases. Review dental development, oral biology, and pathological changes affecting teeth and supporting structures.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice recognizing normal oral anatomy and common pathological findings. Review identifying abnormalities during dental hygiene assessments.

Key Knowledge to Review Review medical and dental history-taking, systemic diseases, allergies, and medications. Study factors that may influence dental hygiene treatment and patient safety.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice identifying relevant medical risks from patient histories. Review recognizing conditions requiring treatment modifications or referral.

Key Knowledge to Review Study extraoral and intraoral assessment, periodontal examination, and oral tissue evaluation. Review clinical signs of gingival inflammation, periodontal disease, and oral abnormalities.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice interpreting periodontal probing findings, plaque scores, and gingival assessments. Review recognizing suspicious lesions and documenting clinical observations.

Key Knowledge to Review Review dental radiographic techniques, radiation protection, and radiographic anatomy. Study common imaging errors and radiographic signs of dental and periodontal disease.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice identifying periodontal bone loss and common radiographic abnormalities. Review image-quality assessment and safe radiographic procedures within the permitted scope.

Key Knowledge to Review Study periodontal diseases, biofilm control, scaling, root instrumentation, and periodontal maintenance. Review periodontal instruments, treatment planning, and nonsurgical therapy principles.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice selecting appropriate instruments and recognizing periodontal treatment needs. Review scaling techniques, periodontal reassessment, and maintenance planning.

Key Knowledge to Review Review caries prevention, fluoride, dental sealants, plaque control, and oral hygiene methods. Study dietary influences on oral health and preventive care planning.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice selecting suitable preventive approaches based on patient risk. Review oral hygiene instruction, fluoride applications, and preventive patient education.

Key Knowledge to Review Study common medical emergencies, including syncope, hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, and cardiac events. Review considerations for patients with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other medical conditions.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice identifying emergency warning signs and appropriate initial responses. Review patient monitoring, emergency protocols, and safe treatment considerations.

Key Knowledge to Review Review patient communication, active listening, health literacy, and behavioral motivation. Study effective communication with anxious patients and individuals requiring additional support.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice explaining oral hygiene instructions clearly. Review patient reassurance, motivational communication, and accurate information sharing.

Key Knowledge to Review Study infection prevention, sterilization, personal protective equipment, and safe instrument handling. Review patient identification, clinical hazards, and prevention of treatment-related complications.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice identifying unsafe clinical practices and infection-control errors. Review sterilization procedures, sharps safety, and reporting patient safety concerns.

Key Knowledge to Review Review informed consent, confidentiality, patient rights, and professional responsibilities. Study ethical decision-making, professional boundaries, and dental hygiene scope of practice.

Clinical/Practical Skills to Review Practice applying ethical principles to patient care scenarios. Review maintaining patient privacy, accurate documentation, and appropriate professional communication.