Do RDAs require the Orthodontic Module to work in a practice that provides orthodontic treatment?
Answer If the RDA is performing any of the skills directly related to orthodontic treatment, then she must have the Orthodontic Module. What skills are included in the Orthodontic Module? Orthodontic Module for Registered Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists in Alberta The listing of clinical skills below was developed in consultation with and cooperation from the ADA&C, CADA, ADHA and ASO. • taking intra-oral and extra-oral photographs • registration of centric occlusion wax bite • patient placement for exposure of extra-oral radiographs (cephalometric, hand/wrist, panoramic) • placement and removal of separators • preliminary placement of fixed appliances prior to adjustment by a dentist • preliminary placement of removable appliances prior to adjustment by a dentist • preliminary fitting of bands • placement and removal of oral isolation devices in preparation for direct and indirect bonding procedures • manipulation and application of materials for bonding and banding procedures
