Cranial nerve VII, IX, and XII are the remaining significant nerves of the head and neck that are closely related to dental hygiene. Students should develop an understanding of anatomy and function of these nerves prior to taking pain management. Clinical considerations and problems related to these nerves will also be covered.

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The Trigeminal nerve is known as Cranial Nerve V. This nerve has three main branches and serves both sensory and motor function. It is important for the dental hygiene student to have an in-depth understanding of the anatomy and function of this cranial nerve.

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The function of the TMJ is important for daily life for all patients. Dental hygienist evaluate the TMJ during the assessment process of each appointment and should note any deviations or discrepancies with the joint. It is important for the dental hygiene student to know the anatomy, function, and components that make up the TMJ. In this episode we will discuss the basics of the TMJ and clinical signs to note for possible future issues.

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As you round the corner to the finish line in the dental hygiene program, a resume becomes a primary focus. There are some specific components that make a good resume. In this episode we will review some of the basics of resume and cover letter writing. We will also discuss ways to prepare for your first interview as a new RDH.

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The dental hygienist should be very familiar with the arteries, veins, and nerves that supply the head and neck region. This information builds upon previous content and is essential prior to taking pain management. Disease and infection can spread easily in the head and neck region as a result of the design of the anatomy.

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The dental hygienist treats a variety of patients and can expect to treat patients at risk for a medical emergency. In this episode Professor Lisa Centrella shared with us her information about the most common medical emergencies that happen in the dental operatory. It is important to know the steps to take in the event an emergency occurs and how to best manage the patient experiencing a medical emergency under your care.

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For a very long time students have been required to take a live patient exam as part of the process of showing competency to obtain a license to practice as a dental hygienist. The manikin exam replaced the live patient exam to provide licensure during the pandemic. In this episode we will discuss the pros and cons of both types of exams as well as some of the misinformation about the exams to provide clarity and confidence moving forward in a post pandemic world.

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The bones of the skull are an important foundation for dental hygiene students to understand prior to taking local anesthesia and working with patients in the clinical setting who present with complexities to their medical history or disease status. This information will provide the student with the basic structures and landmark features located on the cranial and facial bones that make up the skull.

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The use of drugs in healthcare create the need for some modifications to our dental procedures, patient management, medical consults, and treatment plan adjustments. Some alterations and precautions must be taken by the RDH to safely treat our medically compromised patients. This episode provides a basic review of medical conditions, the drugs used to treat those medical conditions, and the dental hygienists role in treating patients who are taking these medications.

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This episode will cover the remaining groups of muscles that complete the head and neck region. Students should understand location, origin, insertion, and action of each of the muscle groups along with which cranial nerve is involved in innervation of these muscle groups. Some clinical application and dental terminology connections will be discussed.

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