Dental simulation module

web-based

Root canal therapy is performed with the intent of saving a natural tooth that may be abscessed, chipped, cracked, or necrotic. The module provides knowledge on how the dental assistant will prepare for, and assist in, root canal therapy. The dental assistant plays a crucial role in aiding the dentist to ensure a safe and successful endodontic examination and procedure. This includes preparing necessary materials, ensuring all equipment is properly functioning, efficiently handing off to the dentist the needed tools to complete the procedure, and ensuring the patient is comfortable throughout the procedure. Including both Learn and Test modes, the online simulator offers clinical scenarios that test your ability to assist with a root canal therapy procedure. Practice the steps of the procedures online as often as you want, until you feel confident. Apply the steps of assisting in electric pulp vitality testing. Apply a dental dam prior to root canal therapy in a simulated exercise. List the instruments and supplies needed to place a dental dam prior to root canal therapy. Identify which armamentarium (instruments, burs, files, etc.) to use in root canal therapy. List materials and medicaments used in root canal therapy. Apply the steps in an anterior root canal in a simulated exercise. Apply the steps in a posterior root canal in a simulated exercise. Describe clinical safety precautions concerning dental impressions according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. Describe the purpose of the state Dental Practice Act and its relevance for dental assistants.