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Key Components of MOHDAP Intervention Curriculum: Atlanta, GA, 2013

Module Topics	Description	Learning Objectives
Lesson 1: introduction–the importance of oral health and its connection to overall health; dental terminology	Uses PowerPoint presentation and class discussion explaining the importance of oral health and total health; definitions of oral health and of teeth structure and function; pretest survey administration.	Importance of oral health and its impact on total health of the body Dental health terminology Basic teeth structure and functions
Lesson 2: oral pathology and its effect on heart disease, diabetes, and stroke	Uses PowerPoint presentations and class discussion explaining the effect of oral health on chronic disease.	Oral health literacy concepts General oral pathology Effect of alcohol and tobacco on oral health Oral health’s effect on chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke
Lesson 3: conclusion; dental hygiene knowledge and dental care attitudes	Uses class discussion, PowerPoint presentations, demonstration of correct brushing and flossing techniques; emphasizes the importance of preventive dental care and timely active dental care approach; course review, posttest and satisfaction survey administration.	Oral health–related self-efficacy and knowledge Oral health–related fatalism Correct flossing, brushing techniques Preventive dental care measures

Note. MOHDAP = Minority Men’s Oral Health Dental Access Program.