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The DHLOSCE uses sophisticated three-dimensional models, clinical cases, and real-world scenarios to fairly and accurately evaluate candidates’ clinical competence and ability to treat patients safely and effectively. The DHLOSCE incorporates vital subject matter expertise — dental, dental hygiene, and psychometric — to provide a valid, reliable, and fair assessment that protects the public and maintains high standards for the profession. The DHLOSCE is also considerate of aspiring dental hygienists by providing them with a fair and reasonable opportunity to demonstrate their clinical skills and judgment. The DHLOSCE is the future of dental hygiene clinical licensure assessment. The DHLOSCE will be available for administration in the 4th quarter of 2025.  \nDHLOSCE Topic Outline  \nI. Assessment, Interpretation, Evaluation,& Reevaluation  \n 45%   \nMedical, Dental, & Psychosocial History Soft Tissue Evaluation Hard Tissue Evaluation Periodontal Assessment Hard and Soft Deposits Radiographic Technique  \nII. Dental Hygiene Care Planning & Evidence Based Treatment  \n 55%   \nInfection Control  \nDental Hygiene Care Planning  \nPain Control Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy & Adjunctive Therapy  \nMedical Emergencies  \nPatient Considerations Assessed Throughout DHLOSCE  \n Oral and facial abnormalities (congenital or acquired)  \n Pregnant or nursing  \n Cardiovascular disease  \n Respiratory disease  \n Autoimmune disease  \n Cancer  \n Gastrointestinal disorders  \n Feeding and eating disorders  \n Substance related disorders (e.g., nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, prescription and non-prescription drugs)  \n Neurological disorders ( not including stroke)  \n Stroke  \n Neurodevelopmental disorders  \n Mental health disorders  \n Orthodontic  \n Physical disabilities  \n Prosthetic joint and/or limb  \n Dental prosthesis and implants  \n Endocrine conditions ( not including diabetes mellitus)  \n Diabetes mellitus  \n Blood disorders  \n Sleep disorders  \n Infectious diseases  \n Organ transplants  \nDocumentation is implicitly assessed in all relevant content areas, through candidate responses.  \nThe DHLOSCE represents a historic and significant milestone in oral health licensure examinations. It is designed to significantly enhance public protection while providing candidates with a more equitable platform to demonstrate their clinical knowledge and skills.  \nFor more information, please visit the DHLOSCE webpage, [ADA.org/DHLOSCE](ADA.org/DHLOSCE). For questions or comments, [contact the JCNDE at NBexams@ADA.org](contact the JCNDE at NBexams@ADA.org).  \nDental Hygiene Li censure Objective Structured Clinical Examination ( DHLOSCE™ )  \nQUICK FACTS  \nFAQs  \nWhat is an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)?  \nWhere and how are OSCEs used?  \nOSCEs are widely used in the health sciences, since their inception in the 1970s. OSCEs were developed to help accurately assess the complex notion of clinical competence in the medical field. More specifically, Harden, Stevenson, Downie, and Wilson (1975) indicated that they introduced the OSCE format to avoid many weaknesses and disadvantages of traditional clinical examinations.  \nOSCEs are part of the U. S. Medical Licensing Examination for all medical graduates. The OSCE format often includes stimulus materials such as radiographs, photographs, models, and prescription writing. Standardized patients (actors) have been used in medical OSCEs. The National Dental Examining Board ( NDEB) of Canada uses an OSCE for dental licensure throughout Canada.  \nHow is DHLOSCE content determined?  \nDHLOSCE content is determined by subject matter experts in dentistry and dental hygiene, based on practice an","cbCaij7qPsludZ7g","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaij7qPsludZ7g","pdf",1055648,"English","# DHLOSCE Quick Facts\n## DHLOSCE Topic Outline\n## FAQs","[{\"question\":\"What is DHLOSCE and what does it evaluate?\",\"answer\":\"DHLOSCE is a clinical licensure examination that evaluates candidates’ clinical competence and their ability to treat patients safely and effectively. 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