ADEX Dental Hygiene Course

Description

2-Day Intensive Clinical Training & Mock Exam

Day 1 (Sunday | 7:45 AM – 6:00 PM)

Orientation + Foundation Strategy

• ADEX Exam Format Breakdown
• Grading Criteria & Automatic Failure Errors
• Case Classification (Type I–IV periodontal cases)
• Instrumentation Principles:
  • Gracey vs Universal curettes
  • Adaptation, angulation, and activation
  • Ergonomics & fulcrum positioning
• Live Demonstration (Dr. Kraishan Style)
• Common Critical Errors:
  • Tissue trauma
  • Residual calculus
  • Incorrect angulation

Outcome:
Students understand exactly how they are graded, what examiners are looking for, and what mistakes can lead to failure.

Day 2 (Monday | 7:45 AM – 6:00 PM)

Hands-On Clinical Training + Instructor Feedback

• Full Instrumentation Practice:
  • Anterior + Posterior scaling
  • Subgingival calculus detection
  • Explorer technique mastery (11/12 explorer focus)
• Time management under exam conditions
• Faculty-Guided Correction:
  • Stroke efficiency
  • Pressure control
  • Adaptation errors
• Mock Patient Simulation Setup (typodont based)
• Mid-day evaluation + correction cycles
• Final Performance Review:
  • Critical errors review
  • Personalized improvement plan
  • Q&A + Certification

Clinical Training Outcome:
Students refine their technique through hands-on practice and real-time faculty correction.

Final Outcome:
Students leave knowing EXACTLY where they stand, what needs improvement, and what to focus on before exam day.