Application of Pit and Fissure Sealants Certification Course

Course Description

This two day course meets Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Rule 114.3: A dental assistant wishing to obtain certification must:

Complete a minimum of 16 hours of clinical and didactic education in pit and fissure sealants taken through a CODA accredited dental hygiene program approved by the Board whose course of instruction includes:

• Microbiology and infection control
• Patient management and medical emergency considerations
• Dental anatomy, sealant products, techniques and placement
• Ethics and jurisprudence related to pit and fissure sealants

The laboratory and clinical portions of the course will provide the participant with:

• Experience in securing a dry field
• Ergonomic considerations
• Training in utilization of slow-speed hand piece
• Placement of dental sealants with light and chemical cured products on extracted teeth in a laboratory setting
• Placement of at least 6 pit and fissure sealants and topical fluoride on a patient that has been prescreened for sealant placement (Participants must provide the patient)

Rule 114.3 also states that dental assistants seeking Pit and Fissure Certification must:

• Have at least two years of experience as a dental assistant
• Successfully complete a current course in basic life support and
• Work for a Texas-licensed dentist who is enrolled as a Medicaid Provider with appropriate state agencies, or who practices in an area determined to be underserved by the Texas Department of Health

Applicant must have proof of malpractice insurance (may be obtained through Seabury & Smith 1-800-503-9230 or www.proliability.com) and current CPR certification.

Presenters provide a friendly, fun, relaxing learning environment that addresses student’s learning styles and needs. Special attention is given to hands-on instruction.

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND FORM