DEN 126 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I

Institution:

Cape Cod Community College

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Description:

The principles, protocols and components of the dental hygiene process of care described in DEN121 are applied in a pre-clinical setting. Additionally, ergonomics, patient/operator positioning, selective polishing and instrumentation skills with assessment and debridement instruments are introduced and practiced on both typodonts and student partners. Instrument sharpening skills are developed. Prerequisite: MAT030, ENL020 and ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores / 3 credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.capecod.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 362-2131

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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