DH theory

American Dental Hygienists Assosiation

Canadian dental hygienists association

the skills understanding and professional values of an indivdual ready for beginning dental hygiene pratice

postlicensure short-term eductional experiences for refresher, pudting and renewal, continueing education units may be required for relicensure

term used todescribe the relationships between patient, dentist, and dental hygienist when coordinating the efforts to attain and maintain the oral health of the patient

the science and practice of the prevention of oral diseases; the integrated preventive and treatment services administered for the patient by a dental hygienist

the services within the framework of the total treatment plan to be carried out by the dental hygienist

identificaton of an existing or potential oral health problem that a denal hygienist is qualified and licensed to treat

an organized systematic group of activities that provides the framework for delivering quality dental hygiene care

dental health specialist whose primary concern is the maintenance of oral healt and the prevention of oral disease

the evaluation, diagnosis, preventio, and/or treatment (nonsurgical, surgical, or related procedures) of diseases, disorders, and/or conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area, and/or the adjacent and associated structures an their impact on the human body, provided by a dentist, within the scope of his/her deucation, training, and experience, in accordance with the ethics of the profession and applicable law (American dental association)

state of physical, mental, and social well-being, not only the absence of a disease

the process of enabling people to increase control and improve their health through self care, mutual aid, and the creation of healthy environments

the science of health and its preservation; a condition or practice, such as cleanliness, that is conducive to the preservation of health

intnational federation of dental hygienists

procedures for preservation of health of the oral cavity; personal maintenance of cleanliness and other measures recommended by dental professionals

an action taken by a dental hygiensist to maintain or restore a patient's optimal oral health

acceptance for licensure by a regulatory body (state, province) on the evidence from a license obtained in another state where equivalent standards and requirements are required; also called reciprocity, a mutual or cooperative exchange

employs the techniques and agents to abort the onset of disease, to reverse the progress of the initial stages of disease, or to arrest the disease process before treatment becomes necessary

occupation or calling that requires specialized knowledge, methods, and skills, as well as preparation, from an institution of higher learning, in the scholarly, scientific, and historic principles underlying such methods and skills; a profession continuously enlarges its body of knowledge, functions autonomously in formulation of policy, and maintains high standards of achievement and conduct; members of a profession are committed to continuing study, place service above personal gain, and are committed to providing practical services vtal to human and social welfare

a forecast of the probable course andoutcome of the treatment of a condition or disease

term applied to a legal relationship between dentist and dental team members in practice. each practice act defines the type of supervision required

the science of the prevention and treatment of oral disease through the provision of educational, assessment, prventive, clinical, and other therapeutic services in a collaborative working relationship with a consulting dentist, but without general supervision

the dentist has diagnosed and authorized the condition to be treated, remains on the premises while the procedure is performed, and approves the work performed before dismissal of the patient

the dentist has authorized the procedure for a patient of record but need not be present when the authorized procecure is carried out by a licensed dental hygienist. the procedure is carried out in accordance wth the dentist's diagnosis ad treatment plan

while the dentist is personally training a patient, the dental hygienist is authorized to aid in the treatment by condurrently performing a supportive procedure

refers to a learned set of beliefs, values, attitudes, convictions, an behaviors that are common to a group (especially an ethnic group) of people and usually passed down from generation to generation

a set of congruent attitudes, skills, behaviors, and policies that enable effective cross cultural communication for delivery of oral health sciences

refers to a dynamic relationship between provider and patient that results in culturally relevant and culturally specific oral healthcare recommendations; delivery of oral healthcare services in a way that is respectful of and responsive to the cultural norms and linguistic needs of individual patients

refers to making an effort to understand the language, culture, and behaviors of diverse individuals and groups

refers to providing culturally appropriate oral and written health information for persons with limited proficiency in english (or other dominant local language)

significant differences in oral health status and/or access to oral health services between one population and another; populations affected by disparities include racial and ethnic minorities, the elderly, and persons with disabilities

written health information that uses simplified terminology, pictures, or any other method that can enhance understanding for patients with limited laguage proficiency

refers to seeing individuals from a population group as having no individuality, as though all have the same (often perceived as negative) characteristics

the act of self-determination by persons with the ability to make a choice or decision. exists for both the dental hygienists and the patients

doing good for a benefit or enhanced welfare.

involvesthe rights of patients to privacy; a duty of dental hygienists is to protect privileged communication

basic values of a provession; guide to choices or actions by implying a preference for what is deemed to be acceptable in the profession

a problem that involves two morally correct choices or courses of action. There may not be a single answer and, depending on the choice, the outcomes can differ

a common probem wherein a solution is readily grounded in the governing practice act, recongized laws, or acceptable standards of care. Decisions involving ethical issues are generally more clearly defined than are dilemmas

a sense of moral obligation; a system of moral principles that governs the conduct of a professional group, planned by the for the common good of people; priniples of morality

fair treatment according to an equitable distribution of benefits and brdens; impartiality; a core value.

a principle or habit with respect to right or wrong behavior

avoidance of hamr to others; a core value

expectations by the patient that correlate with the duties of a provessional person when providing care

maintaining a bond of trust in the relationships between the dental hygienist and patients, other professional persons, and the public

a duty to tell the truth when information is disclosed to patients about treatment

character trait; one must intend to act virtuously as a professional. examples include honesty, compassion, care, and wisdom