DEH 2701 - Community Dental Health FA

Institution:

Tallahassee State College

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Description:

Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in: DEH1800, DEH1800L, DES1200, DES1200L, DEH2300. The course prepares the dental hygiene student to promote oral health and prevent oral disease in the community. The concepts of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation phases of community-based programs are taught. The student will plan a community oral health education program that is implemented and evaluated in the Community Dental Health Practicum. Cultural differences, socio-economic factors, and barriers to health care are discussed in relation to developing preventive programs. Federal and state public health programs are discussed as well as current public health issues. Community oral health programs for vulnerable populations such as indigent, geriatric, and special needs patients are included. Contact: 2 hours per week.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tsc.fl.edu/

Phone Number:

(850) 201-6200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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