ADC Written (Dental Therapy) study guide
ADC Written (Dental Therapy) · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
The ADC Written Examination described here is the written stage of the Australian Dental Council assessment pathway for internationally qualified dental hygienists, dental therapists and oral health therapists. The ADC presents itself as the independent accreditation authority for the Australian dental professions, assigned accreditation functions by the Dental Board of Australia under the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme, and states that its work protects the health and safety of the public by ensuring dental practitioners meet the high standards required of dental professionals in Australia. On the ADC's published pathway for these three professions, the written examination sits between the Initial Assessment and the Practical Examination, and it is delivered in English. The ADC states that candidates do not need to complete an English test for any stage of its dental practitioner assessment process, but notes that the written and practical examinations are delivered in English and that ability to communicate effectively is assessed in the practical examination; candidates applying for registration must also meet the Dental Board of Australia English language skills registration standard. The ADC Written (Dental Therapy) study guide has 4 sections and about 1,224 words.
01Dental Therapy: Professional Practice, Assessment and Treatment Within Scope
Dental therapy practice is defined by a scope of practice set in law and interpreted by your registering authority. Questions test whether you know where your authority ends.
342 words, about 2 min02Dental Hygiene and Oral Health Promotion
Dental hygiene practice centres on controlling plaque biofilm and modifying risk. Candidates must know the evidence base for mechanical plaque control, fluoride, and dietary counselling, and must be able to tailor advice to the patient's age, dexterity, motivation, and social context.
291 words, about 1 min03Biomedical and Dental Sciences: Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology
Know the dentitions, tooth morphology, eruption chronology, and the nerve and blood supply relevant to local anaesthesia. For mandibular blocks, understand the inferior alveolar, lingual, and buccal nerve relationships and the risks of needle misplacement.
292 words, about 1 min04Professional, Legal, Ethical and Communication Standards, Including Cultural Safety
Valid consent requires capacity, adequate information, and voluntariness, and it is specific to the procedure. For minors, understand who can consent and when mature-minor principles apply.
299 words, about 1 min