National Dental Assisting Examining Board © 2001 – 2026 National Dental Assisting Examining Board 17 • You may request additional dental dams as required. Selective Coronal Polishing • Lead pencil will be used to create the stain on the manikin’s teeth. The stain will match the prescription. • The handpiece must be running while you remove the stain. • Do not wipe the stain with gauze of tissue. Applying and Removing Matrix Band and Wedge • The retainer, matrix band and wedge provided and has been fitted for each manikin. There is no requirement to try in the matrix band and wedge. • Candidates may request additional matrix bands/wedges as required. Applying Anti-Cariogenic Agent - Topical Fluoride Gel (APF) • The anti-cariogenic gel will be applied to the teeth using the tray method. • The fluoride trays provided have been fitted for each manikin. There is no requirement to try in the fluoride trays. • On the manikin, the anti-cariogenic agent adheres to plastic teeth and is difficult to remove with suction. Candidates must demonstrate their knowledge of removing the excess anti-cariogenic agent after the trays are removed from the mouth, but there is not an expectation that candidates will be able to remove all of the excess fluoride from the plastic teeth. Applying Pit and Fissure Sealant • The pit and fissure sealant will be applied to the prescribed tooth using cotton roll isolation. Candidates may not isolate using dental dam. • Candidates may choose to loosen cotton rolls OR cotton rolls in the isolator OR both. Two sets of each will be provided. • Although the manikin does not salivate, candidates must demonstrate their knowledge of adequate isolation and re-isolation without saliva contamination. • The plastic teeth in the manikin will show no evidence of being etched. Applying Topical Anesthetic • On the manikin, the mucobuccal fold is located where the gingival tissues meet the hard plastic. Evaluation Form: Professional Practice This section describes what candidates should know about the “Professional Practice” criteria for performing the skills, in the context of manikins as patients at the CPE. Infection Prevention and Control • Candidates will not be required to wash their hands prior to placing their mask and putting on their gloves. • No over gloves or barriers will be used to cover equipment. All equipment and supply items are for your manikin (patient).
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