DNT K 105 - Introduction to Dental Hygiene I

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Three Rivers

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Description:

Prerequisite: Placement test score indicating ENG* 100 or completion of ENG* K094 with a "C#" grade or better. Co-requisite: None required. ENG* K100 and CSA* K105 highly recommended. This course provides students with a survey of contemporary issues encountered by health care professionals. Emphasis is placed upon personal oral self care, dental specialties, ethical and legal aspects of dentistry, an introduction to oral pathology, disease transmission and infection control, principles and techniques of disinfection and sterilization, and an introduction to the dental hygiene treatment appointment.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.trcc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 886-0177

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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