DES 0840L - Dental Health Education Lab

Institution:

Santa Fe College

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V This lab accompanies the lecture Dental Health Education DES0840. The lab portion of the course includes taking the material l earned in the lecture portion and using it in developing and implementing a community presentation. Examples of these projects include: the decay process, proper nutrition and preventive measures (fluorides, toothbrushing, flossing and sealants) DEH1000 P RECLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE 1.0 O This course is designed to review the elements necessary to perform dental hygiene care in subsequent clinical dental hygiene courses. Course content will allow the student to master basic principles and competencies prior to performing services on clinical patients. Topics include radiology techniques, infection control techniques, oral exam and dentition charting techniques, medical/dental histories, vital signs, patient education techniques, polishing techniques, medical emergencies, documentation/record keeping techniques, and HIPAA and OSHA requirements

Credits:

1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sfcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(352) 395-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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