DHYG 3010 - Dental Hygiene Theory I

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Dental Hygiene

Description:

Covers the theoretical foundations of preventative oral health services used in the dental hygiene process. Emphasizes prevention of disease transmission, body mechanics, patient assessment, basic dental hygiene instrumentation, oral healthcare planning, extrinsic stain removal, topical anesthesia, ethical decision making, and the role and responsibilities of the dental hygienist. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Develop a written report based on research topics in dental hygiene care. 2. Validate the importance of infection control to minimize disease transmission. 3. Articulate the caries process and the significance and prevention of dental caries. 4. Explain the assessment process and identify oral health risk factors (Caries, Periodontal, Oral Cancer). 5. Evaluate the characteristics of healthy and unhealthy gingival and periodontal structures and record the findings. 6. Demonstrate the importance of an efficient and effective care plan and practice the steps necessary for proper documentation of informed consent and informed refusal. 7. Employ proper documentation skills and practice abiding of privacy laws associated with HIPAA. 8. Analyze various patient needs and articulate an educational plan to improve oral health. Course fee required. Prerequisites: Admission to the Utah Tech University Dental Hygiene program. FA

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/24/2004 - 08/14/2020 

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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