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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the theories and techniques of clinical dental hygiene including selected prophylactic skills, the principles of primary preventive dentistry, patient interaction, and advanced patient management techniques. Prerequisites: DEH200, 201, 202, 203, BIO210, 280. CR. 3
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3.00 Credits
A study of diseases of the oral cavity and surrounding structures and the clinical differentiation between the normal and abnormal appearance of tissues. Prerequisite: DEH202, BIO210, BIO280, CHY108. Lec 2. CR. 2
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3.00 Credits
A study of the origin, structure, growth, development, and microscopic anatomy of the tissues of the oral cavity and surrounding structures. Prerequisite: DEH202, BIO210. Lec 2, Lab 1. CR. 2
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3.00 Credits
This course familiarizes students with the fundamental principles of nutrition including the study of nutrients, their sources and interrelationships, effects of deficiency and excess, food fads, patterns and safety. Attention will be given to scientifically discriminating between valid nutrition claims and those containing hype or exaggeration. Emphasis throughout will be placed on applying sound nutrition principles in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the total care of the dental hygiene patient; and in providing the foundation for the knowledgeable discussion of nutritional practices and needs with the dental hygiene patient. Prerequisite: BIO210 and CHY108. Corequisite: DEH251. Lec 3. CR. 3
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3.00 Credits
Specialized theory and skills in auxiliary disciplines. Topics vary from semester to semester, depending upon expressed interests or identified needs. Designed to fill specialized needs of a given student population or address immediate dental auxiliary issues and trends outside of current course offerings. Prerequisite: permission. CR. 1-4
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3.00 Credits
A continuation of the practical application of dental hygiene theories and techniques with emphasis on selected advanced techniques. Students will have rotating assignments at the on-campus clinical facility and may have assignments at the V.A. Center Dental Clinic in Togus. (Pass/Fail Grade Only). Prerequisite: DEH203, DEH250, DEH251, DEH252, DEH253, DEH254, BIO321. Clinic: 12 hours. CR. 3
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3.00 Credits
A continuation of dental hygiene theories and techniques with emphasis on treatment of the periodontal patient, advanced data collection, and clinical skills. Prerequisites: BIO321, DEH250, 251, 252, 254. Corequisite: DEH300. Lec 2, Lab 2. CR. 3
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3.00 Credits
The study of basic pharmacology with emphasis on the drugs used in dental practice. Attention will also be given to drug classes that patients may be taking for medical reasons. Classifications of pharmacologic agents, methods of action, therapeutic effects, absorption, metabolism, and adverse reactions are covered. Prerequisites: BIO321, CHY108. Corequisites: DEH250, 252. Lec. 2. CR. 2
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3.00 Credits
Clinical features, histopathology and diagnosis of various forms of periodontal disease and the philosophy of various surgical and nonsurgical periodontal treatments. Prerequisite: DEH250, DEH251, DEH252, DEH253, BIO321. Lec CR. 2
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3.00 Credits
The study of local anesthetics with emphasis on appropriate selection and administration techniques used in dental hygiene. This course will provide the opportunity for students to integrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform effective local anesthesia administration while insuring the maximum health, safety, and comfort of the patient. Prerequisites: DEH202, DEH250, DEH252, DEH253, BIO210, CHY108, BIO321. Co/Prerequisite: DEH302. Lec 2, Lab 2. CR. 3
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