Winter 2017-18

10 New Mexico Dental Journal, Winter 2018 DENTAL ASSISTANT DENTAL HYGIENIST + COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE CDHC DENTAL HYGIENIST EFDA * * Prophylaxis/Polishing Sealants Radiographs (X-rays) Diagnostic Data Collection Infection Control/Sterilization Topical Fluoride Application Preventive Education Local Anesthesia Non-surgical Periodontal Prescriptions (limited) Palliative Emergent Care Restoration of Prepared Cavities Case Management Community Outreach Prophylaxis/Scaling * May perform community outreach activities, but not a primary role * * Requires additional specific certification State of the Workforce | continued 2018 X X XXX THE TEAM APPROACH THE PLAYBOOK