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Evaluate a removable dental prosthesis at try-in stage

Evaluate a removable dental prosthesis at try-in stage

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTDEP005
State Code
AWA35
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/06/2016
Field of Education
060705 - Dental Technology
Original Release Date
22/06/2016
Nominal Hours
160
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and modify the try-in fitting of a removable dental prosthesis prior to its completion for dentate or edentulous patients.This unit applies to work in dental prosthetics.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand Standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare patient for procedure
  • 1.1 Interpret and clarify referred work order if from unfamiliar source
  • 1.2 Prepare personal protective equipment for the patient and members of the dental team
  • 1.3 Position patient correctly for procedure
  • 1.4 Provide full details of the procedure to the patient or carer and confirm consent to follow treatment plan
  • 1.5 Prepare equipment and materials in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions
2. Perform check of try-in prosthesis prior to insertion
  • 2.1 Decontaminate the try-in prosthesis according to infection control guidelines
  • 2.2 Remove potential injury-causing areas of the prosthesis prior to insertion
  • 2.3 Check teeth and other components to ensure they will not dislodge during the procedure
3. Fit and evaluate try-in prosthesis
  • 3.1 Position the patient comfortably for the procedure
  • 3.2 Instruct patient on participation during the procedure
  • 3.3 Examine the try-in prosthesis for retention and stability
  • 3.4 Examine the occlusal relationships of the try-in prosthesis for accuracy of centric relation
  • 3.5 Assess the aesthetic appearance of teeth and gums
  • 3.6 Assess that speech has not been affected
  • 3.7 Assess patient comfort
  • 3.8 Complete documentation as required
4. Alter try-in prosthesis
  • 4.1 Make changes to the prosthesis in accordance with the evaluation at the try-in stage
  • 4.2 Repeat the evaluation of the try-in prosthesis
  • 4.3 Ensure functional and aesthetic acceptability of the dentures to the operator
  • 4.4 Ensure functional and aesthetic acceptability of the dentures to the patient
  • 4.5 Provide patient with full details for the next stage
  • 4.6 Complete documentation as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD118 HLTDP605D Evaluate a removable dental prosthesis at try-in stage Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AYZ6 HLT65015 Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics Qualification