DENA 103 - Preventive Dental Care

Institution:

San Diego Mesa College

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Description:

This course is for students enrolled in the Dental Assisting Program. This course focuses on the principles and techniques necessary for preventing tooth decay, including the importance of nutrition, personal preventive oral hygiene, and education of the dental patient on preventive dental care. The goal and components of a preventive dentistry program are included. This course also includes the discussion of personal nutrition and nutritional counseling plus charting a diet diary. Identification of sources and the practice of using fluoridation as a preventive measure against tooth decay and the purpose of dental sealants are also presented.

Credits:

1.50

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.sdmesa.edu/

Phone Number:

(619) 388-2604

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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