DH 150 - Oral Health Services II

Institution:

Erie Community College

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Description:

Students will gain experience in the dental hygiene process of care by providing oral health services to patients. Clinical skills will include instrumentation techniques, care and sharpening of instruments, taking diagnostically acceptable radiographs, polishing of the teeth, topical application of fluorides, use of topical anesthetics, instructing patients on oral self-care, dental operatory maintenance and use of electronic patient records. Lectures and practical experiences will prepare students with the verbal and motivational skills needed to provide effective oral health presentations to client groups of all ages. Discussions will include writing objectives and developing lesson plans for group specific oral health instruction and the use of audiovisual equipment. Students will work collaboratively in small groups to develop and deliver a presentation to a target audience in the community. Minimum required passing grade is "C-" for the written evaluationsin each module and "C-" for clinicalcompetency skill evaluations. Pre-requisites: All required first semester courses in the dental hygiene curriculum must be passed. Co-requisites: All required second semester courses in the dental hygiene curriculum and current BLS certification. S (N)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.ecc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 842-2770

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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