1. Topic-
New Technology in Dentistry
 
2. Content-
1. DexShield
2. CariVu cavity detection
3. CBCT imaging

(5 minutes)
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
1. Upon completion of the course the students will have exposure to new Dexis technology.
2. Students will have exposure to 3D imaging software.
3. Students will have better understanding of new technology available to dentist for examinations.
(5 minutes)
 
4. Objectives-
1. Understand how DexShield and CariVu can be implemented into a dental practice with 100% accuracy.
2. Figure out a Return on Investment (ROI). Complete the exercise with 95% accuracy.
3. Discuss how this technology is utilized in dental offices.
4. Identify and explain who the stake holders are.
5. Compare this product to other products available on the market.
6. Explain integration into current software if applicable.
(5 minutes)
 
5. Materials and Aids-
1. Laptop Computer
2. Back up copy of power point on flash drive
3. Stack of CD's
4. Sample volumes
5. CariVu device
6. Laser pointer
7. Cords
8. Evaluations
9. Dexis, Anatomage software
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

1. Introduction of self and credentials.
2. Introduction of New Technology.
3. Exposure to 3D technology.
(15 minutes)
 

B. Development-

1. What is DexShield. (15 Minutes)
2. What is CariVu. (20 Minutes)
3. What do you already know about 3D, what would you like to know. (20 minutes)
 

C. Practice-

1. Explain dental practice. Care for patients versus running a business. Discussion (5 minutes)
2. Discuss dentist perspective (5 minutes)
3. Discuss patient perspective. (5 minutes)
4. Activity after each portion on ROI. (5-10 minutes)
5 Discuss application of 3D technology. (5-10 minutes)
 

D. Independent Practice-

1. Complete ROI
2. Question and Answer
3. Discussion
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

1. Allow students to see CariVu in use. (5-10 minutes)
2. Utilize software. (10 minutes)
 

F. Checking for understanding-

1. Who benefits from this technology? (Stakeholders identified)
2. What diagnostic information does the doctor gain from this?
3. Can you advise the doctor on his ROI?
4. How does the patient benefit? How does the patient view the doctor utilizing the technology.
 

G. Closure-

Provide for time for any questions on presentation. (15 minutes)
 
7. Evaluation-
1. On Evaluation--What two things did you learn?
2. On Evaluation--What recommendations do you have for changing this particular class.
3. Discussion on ROI
 
8. Teacher Reflection-
Hand out surveys before start of class. Was disruptive during and thought class was over.
Figure out how to get CariVu You Tube working.
 

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