DHT 1115 - Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene

Institution:

Meridian Community College

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Description:

This is the foundation of clinical dental hygiene procedures and practice, which prepares students for treating patients in the MCC Dental Hygiene Clinic. Areas of study include prevention of disease transmission and aseptic technique, patient-operator positioning, extra and intraoral examinations, measuring vital signs, dental charting, instrumentation, removal of dental stains, application of fluoride, evaluation of patient medical history and emergency procedures in the dental office. Students practice on mannequins, progress to student-on-student instrumentation and pass clinical proficiency exams before treating the public. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.meridiancc.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 483-8241 ext 799

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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