BE ADVANCED
▶Summary
The 'Be Advanced' project aimed to equip dental assistants with skills to operate X-Ray machines and NNT software. Key objectives were: - Technical proficiency and data management: The goal of the...
▶Objectives
The 'Be Advanced' project aimed to equip dental assistants with skills to operate X-Ray machines and NNT software. Key objectives were: - Technical proficiency and data management: The goal of the project was to teach dental assistants to work with New Tom X-Ray and two X-Ray software NNT and enhance an accurate X-Ray image handling (import/export X-Ray images to/from health databases (E-pildipank, DataMed) for seamless data integration). - Experience and knowledge exchange between SPTC and RCMC to define dental assistants' roles in X-Ray operations. - Address challenges faced by assistants using X-Ray equipment and software. - Develop and create a manual/guide in Estonian, Latvian, and English to standardize training. These objectives aimed to modernize dental assistant training, enhance technical skills, and improve patient care through efficient X-Ray technology use and data management.
▶Activities
The project included several key activities. The first meeting was held online as planned, dedicated to preparatory work with partners. Organizers and representatives from SPTC and RCMC discussed planned events, study programs, and visits. We also conducted two workshops in Riga titled 'Role of a Dental Assistant in Working with X-Ray Software NNT.' On the first day, participants attended lectures and workshops on preparation, technical implementation, and creation of X-Ray digital pictures. The second day focused on the peculiarities of working with NNT X-ray software and state database DataMed and E-pildipank. Similarly, two workshops were held in Tallinn with the same structure and topics as the Riga workshops. At the end of the project, an online meeting was conducted where lecturers and organizers from both institutions participated to present the manual for using New Tom X-Ray and its software NNT for dental assistants.
▶Impact
The primary output of the project was the comprehensive training of dental assistant students from Estonia and Latvia, equipping them with advanced skills in operating New Tom X-Ray machine and software NNT. Participants demonstrated improved proficiency in handling X-Ray images and managing data within national health databases E-Pildipank and DataMed. Another key output was the creation of a multilingual manual/guide for dental assistants, available in Estonian, Latvian, and English, which standardizes the training process and serves as a valuable resource for ongoing professional development. The project also facilitated the exchange of knowledge and best practices between SPTC and RCMC, fostering a collaborative environment and establishing long-term partnerships. Additionally, the practical workshops and theoretical sessions enabled participants to address and overcome challenges associated with X-Ray technology, thereby enhancing their problem-solving skills. The final online meeting successfully presented the project’s findings and the developed manual, ensuring that the knowledge gained is disseminated widely and effectively utilized in the dental field.