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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
The principles, protocols and components of the dental hygiene process of care described in DEN121 are applied in a pre-clinical setting. Additionally, ergonomics, patient/operator positioning, selective polishing and instrumentation skills with assessment and debridement instruments are introduced and practiced on both typodonts and student partners. Instrument sharpening skills are developed. Prerequisite: MAT030, ENL020 and ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Previously acquired knowledge, skills and values applicable to comprehensive dental hygiene care are reviewed. Components of the dental hygiene process of care presented in Dental Hygiene II are applied in a clinical setting. The primary focus of this course is for students to increase and refine their skills in the areas of assessment, dental hygiene diagnosis, care planning, implementation and evaluation while providing comprehensive care to patients of various population groups in a safe and ethical manner. Prerequisite: DEN121 and DEN126 / 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course incorporates important aspects of general pathology and their relationship to the oral cavity. The course stresses comprehensive oral examination procedures, recognition of deviations from the normal, and clinical aspects of pathological processes affecting the patient as a whole and the oral cavity. Prerequisite: DEN121 and DEN126 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the science of dental materials including the physical, chemical, and biological properties, manipulation, and care of materials used in the prevention and treatment of oral disease. The scientific and clinical properties of gypsum materials, impression materials, waxes, porcelain, dental abrasives, cements, resins, and metals used in dentistry are discussed in lecture and manipulated in laboratory sessions with special emphasis on the materials within the scope of the practice of Dental Hygiene. (2 class hours / 3 laboratory hours) Prerequisite: CHM109 and DEN101 / 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an advanced study of the periodontium and its relationship to clinical practice. Incorporating current research, emphasis will be placed on the pathogenesis of periodontal disease, the relationship between periodontal health and systemic health, risk factors, methods of assessment, and current therapies for treatment and maintenance of the periodontal patient. Prerequisite: DEN123 and DEN128 / 2 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Advanced procedures and related specialties are discussed and integrated into the clinical experience. Some of the topics which will be discussed include implants, dental specialties, health promotion, risk assessment, and the use of advanced technologies in dental hygiene practice. Prerequisite: DEN123 and DEN128 / 2 credits.
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3.00 Credits
In lecture, the students will be introduced to areas of private practice: ethics, practice acts, national and regional licensure, professional organizations, practice management, recalls and computer use. Discussions will include resume writing, the job interview and the future of dental hygiene. Prerequisite: DEN230 / 2 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course, designed for third semester dental hygiene students, consists of clinical sessions in which advanced clinical procedures and advanced radiographic procedures are integrated into the clinical experience. Prerequisite: DEN123 and DEN128 / 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive study of local dental anesthetics administered in the dental hygiene profession. Utilizing lecture and lab components, the student will learn to safely administer topical and local dental anesthetics. This course covers Massachusetts Rules and Regulations 234CMR3.09-3.14, and the requirements in the administration of local dental anesthetics. Prerequisite: DEN123 and DEN128 / 2 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course, designed for fourth semester dental hygiene students, consists of clinical sessions which provide further refinement of clinical skills emphasizing the role of expanded duties in therapy, prevention, and control of periodontal disease. Prerequisite: DEN230 and DEN236 / 4 credits.
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