DHYG 2580 - Dental Materials

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Dental Hygiene

Description:

Introduction to various dental products and materials with a comprehensive background in the art and science of dental materials use, including the physical properties, advantages, and disadvantages of metals, hydrocarbons, and other dental materials, as well as evaluation of allergenicity and other complications that may arise as a result of the use of these materials. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Consider the interaction between the oral environment and dental materials. 2. Distinguish the bonding mechanism. 3. Differentiate between composites, glass ionomers and compomers. 4. Explain important elements of preventive and bleaching materials. 5. Differentiate between dental ceramics, dental amalgam, casting metals, solders, and wrought metal alloys. 6. Analyze the different types of dental implants and the advantages and disadvantages of each. 7. Evaluate abrasion, finishing, polishing, dental cements, liners, impression materials, dental waxes and gypsum products. 8. Consider how polymers are used in dentistry. 9. Consider the different types of provisional restorations and their use in dentistry. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Dental Hygiene program. SP

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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