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| developed for all services provided by the dental provider. |
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| the most common type of payment method used in the United States |
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| referred to as usual, customary, and reasonable fees (UCR). |
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| the first step in planning |
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| the second step in planning |
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| Many times dental public health is termed |
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| identify the needs of the target population |
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| formulate findings from assessment; prioritize goals |
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| create a blueprint for care, select broad goals and formulate objectives |
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| prepare for various scenarios |
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| use qualitative and quantitative measurements |
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| Theory of Reasoned Action |
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| Attitude toward behavior, Subjective norms,Perceived behavioral control,Intention Behavior |
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| habit, action, involvement, self-interest, awareness, unawareness |
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| Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs |
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| Maslow theorized that when the needs at one level are met, those of the next higher level can be subsequently addressed in a linear, stair-step approach. |
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| Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs |
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| physiological needs, safety needs, belonging and love, need for self-esteem, self actualization |
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| Lecture, Discussion,Problem-based learning, Self-directed, Role-playing, Simulation activities |
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| Trans-theoretical Model Stages |
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1. Pre-contemplation
2. Contemplation
3. Preparation
4. Action
5. Maintenance |
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| Be prepared:Organize,Practice,Arrive early,Enjoy the opportunity |
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| Oral Cancer Examinations and Tobacco Cessation |
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| The use of tobacco is related to tooth staining, periodontal diseases, and oral and pharyngeal cancer. |
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| Oral Cancer Examinations and Tobacco Cessation |
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| Only 7% of adults in the United States reported having had an oral cancer exam in the past year, which is the recommended interval. |
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| Social cognitive theory, also known as self-efficacy theory, postulates that knowledge, behavior and environment act n a reciprocal manner to continually affect each other |
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| Dental Nurse to Dental Hygienist |
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| In 1913, Dr. Alfred Civilion Fones coined the term dental hygienist. |
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| the dental hygienist could provide education and dental hygiene treatment outside of the dental office, with particular focus on mass pediatric prevention. |
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| Irene Newman, for 1 year before she started treating patients in his practice. |
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| Xylitol, Dental sealants, Nutritional counseling, Athletic mouthguards, Mass education |
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| Dental hygiene treatment, Community water fluoridation, Fluoride preventive modalities, Alternative restorative treatment (ART) |
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| Finances, Geographic location, Transportation, Oral health education, Financial assistance |
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Language, Education
Cultural, Ethnic barriers, Pressing health needs or poor oral health literacy |
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| Government’s Role in Dental Care |
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| 4% of the federal, state, and local government funding is for dental care. |
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| Dental provider contracts with a program to provide all or most dental services to the subscribers in return for payment on a per capita basis |
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| Fee is a fixed monthly payment from a third party=Health maintenance organizations |
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| Dental provider and patient negotiate payment by exchanging goods or services without using money. Less common now and used mostly in rural areas |
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| Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)=represents almost a quarter of all federal outlays, and it administers more grant dollars than all other federal agencies combined |
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| It’s the largest grant-making agency in the federal government & Works closely with state and local governments |
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| US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) |
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| NIH, NIDCR, PHS, IHS, CDC, HRSA, AHRQ |
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| National Institutes of Health |
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| United States Public Health Services Commissioned Corps |
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| Health Resources and Services Administration |
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| Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality |
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| State Children Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) |
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| A federal program that was created by the federal government to cover children from families that have incomes too high to qualify for state medical assistance but cannot obtain private insurance. All states participate, but some do not cover dental. |
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| Dental health-care personnel (DHCP) |
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| all paid and unpaid personnel in the dental health-care setting who might be occupationally exposed to infectious materials, including body substances and contaminated supplies, equipment, environmental surfaces, water, or air. DHCP include dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental laboratory technicians (in-office and commercial), students and trainees, contractual personnel, and other persons not directly involved in patient care but potentially exposed to infectious agents (e.g., administrative, clerical, housekeeping, maintenance, or volunteer |
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| The laws that affect dental hygiene practice are enacted and enforced by individual states.However, the federal government provides a model in which to fashion the states’ systems |
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| describe the allowable scope of practice, necessary dental supervision requirements, requirements necessary to obtain a dental hygiene process, and suspension and revocation of licensure procedures. |
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| Supervision of Dental Hygienists |
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| All states have supervision requirements (all dentists must supervise dental hygienists, except for registered dental hygienists in alternative practice (RDHAP’s). |
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| Supervision of Dental Hygienists |
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| Fourteen states have various forms of unsupervised practice. Nine states allow dental hygienists to enroll as Medicaid providers. |
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| analyzes issues using epidemiology and can be applied to health issues (e.g., environmental law or community water) |
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| the study of the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined populations. It is the cornerstone of public health, and effects policy decisions based on evidence-based medicine which identifies risk factors for disease and targets for preventative medicine. |
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| Drinking bottled water is definitely a prevalent practice in the United States, and dental hygienists should be aware that many of these bottles contain no fluoride. In a warmer climate, less fluoride is needed because people drink more water. |
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| The placement of dental sealants is a highly effective means of preventing pit and fissure caries, which are the areas least affected by fluoride. |
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| Should be placed as soon as possible after the tooth erupts and proper isolation to prevent moisture contamination can be achieved. |
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| The belief that one’s own culture or traditions are better than those of other cultures |
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| Understanding one’s own cultural identity first |
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| Different religions, diets, dress, beliefs, values |
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| Cross-Cultural Communication |
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| Being able to effectively communicate with those from different cultures |
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| The awareness and respect of individuals or a population of cultural differences, recognition of how these differences impact health, and the ability to communicate effectively and work in cross-cultural settings |
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| Target Population Demographics |
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| Age, Gender, Ethnicity, Socioeconomic, Social structure, Family lifestyles |
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| Target Population Demographics |
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| Religious beliefs, Community stability, Living arrangements, Cultural background, Values of dental health |
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| Specific Target Populations |
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Inmates
Children, Teenagers, Pregnant women, Migrant workers |
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| Specific Target Populations |
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| Military Families, Elderly individuals, Homeless individuals, People with disabilities/ medical conditions |
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| Specific Target Populations |
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| Family caregivers, Health care workers, Hospice workers, School teachers, Social workers |
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