Dental Nursing by In Touch Care

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Dental Nursing

1 Dental Nursing

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Introduction

This activity will take place while you are on placement in a dentist.

Functional Skills English Level 1: • Read and understand diﬀerent types of text in detail

Learning In this task, you will be covering the areas detailed below. Dental Nursing: • Basic understanding of oral health education • Basic understanding of the services the dentist can oﬀer to patients. • Layout of the premises and areas within

• Identify the main points and ideas and how they are presented in a variety of diﬀerent types of texts • Use language, format and structure suitable for purpose and audience • Write clearly and coherently, including an appropriate level of detail • Ensure written work includes generally accurate punctuation, spelling and the meaning is clear in more than one type of text

These include: • Reviewing an information sheet about oral health to identify facts and opinions • Selecting appropriate images to be included in a poster and giving reasons for your choice

The Tasks As you work through this e booklet you will be asked to carry out some reading and writing tasks.

• Selecting appropriate signs to display in the centre to help visitors • Once you have completed the task discuss these with your workplace mentor

You will need: An email address to send your completed notes.

Interactive 1.2 You will see this notepad for some of the tasks which follow. When you have made your notes, you can submit them to your tutor by email.

Identifying Facts and Opinions

Think about the diďŹ&#x20AC;erence between facts and opinions. Look at this short quiz below and select which one you think is the answer. Fact or Opinion Which of the following is a fact?

A. David Cameron is unpopular B. David Cameron is the British Prime Minister C. Football is much more interesting than David Cameron D. David Cameron will win the next election

Check Answer

Identify facts and opinions in this text Interactive 1.3 Text to identify facts and opinions. Highlight facts and opinions. Then add a note to explain your answer. The best way to take care of your mouth is to brush and floss twice daily This helps remove the sticky film called plaque that collects on the teeth and gums. Plaque makes acids and toxins that can damage your teeth and gums. Using a mouthwash can also help fight plaque but cannot replace brushing and flossing. If you’re not sure what kind to use ask your dental team. Here are some ways to get the most out of your brushing routine: • Brush for at least 2 minutes, twice a day, with a fluoride toothpaste. Pay special attention to your back teeth, which may have more plaque on them. • Use a toothbrush with soft bristles. Brush with gentle strokes so you don’t wear away your gums or teeth. • Change your toothbrush every 3 months. Bristles that are worn remove less plaque. • Brush your tongue to help freshen breath. Brush from back to front using a gentle sweeping motion. Are you holding your toothbrush correctly? Here are some tips: • Hold your toothbrush at a 45 degree angle to your gum line. • Brush 2 or 3 teeth at a time. Move the toothbrush from the gums toward the edge of the teeth. • Hold the toothbrush vertically to clean behind your upper and lower front teeth. • Use gentle up and down strokes with the tip of your toothbrush. Flossing helps keep teeth and gums healthy. Flossing everyday removes plaque along the gum line and between teeth. To floss correctly, follow these steps: • Wind floss around your middle fingers. • Use your thumbs and index fingers to guide floss between teeth. • Wrap the floss around the sides of each tooth making a “C” shape. This will help ensure that you get between gums and teeth. Here are some other flossing tips: • Check your gums in the mirror while you floss. • Your gums should be firm and pink. If they are red, swollen, or bleeding, see your dental team. • Don’t stop flossing if your gums bleed. Flossing can improve the health of your gums and help

One of your family members has told you that they would like

TASK 2

to try flossing. Would you recommend it? Give a reason for your answer. How would you describe the benefits of flossing? What would you say? Interactive 1.4 Using the notepad record your responses to the above questions

Gallery 1.1 Identify Signs & Symbols

Question 1 of 5 The dental practice wants to display some information signs to help patients who attend the open day. You have been asked to sort out the ones they might need.

A. Fire Risk B. No Smoking C. Smoking area D. Information

Check Answer

What other signs and information do you think would be important for the open day?

Interactive 1.5 Write your ideas in your notebook.

Tip: Look around your workplace or classroom. Discuss your ideas with others.

Information for a Poster

Gallery 1.2

TASK 2 The dental practice wants to produce a poster to advertise their tooth whitening service. You have been asked to select the appropriate image.

IMAGE A Interactive 1.6 Task Notes

Scroll through the images and write notes on the pad about your choice.

Write notes on the pad. Which picture have you chosen? Explain the reason for your choice

Dental Nursing

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FACT Something that can be proved