Safe Practice in Denturism (DEND 1105)
In this course students learn the theory and the application of infection prevention and control in a Denturist practice setting. The focus is on physical, chemical and personal protective device barriers to prevent the transmission of pathogens. Students learn how specific saliva or blood borne or other dentistry-related pathogen transmission can be prevented or controlled.
Course code: DEND 1105
Credits: 3.0
Length: 70.0 hours
Course outline:
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Corequisites
DEND 1101; DEND 1102; DEND 1103; DEND 1104.
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0Additional Information
- Denturist Association of Canada guidelines
WHIMS guidelines
Worksafe BC guidelines for dental labs
Dental equipment operation & maintenance
Clinical barriers for the prevention of infection
Personal protective devices
Saliva & blood borne and other diseases related to dentistry
Sterilization & disinfection techniques
Modes of transmission
Applicants requesting PLAR must meet with the Denturist Department Leader.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.