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3.00 Credits
The theory and clinical practice of oral radiographic methods are presented in this course. Also included are: history and development of x-radiation; properties and uses of x-radiation; radiation hygiene; exposing processing and mounting intraoral and extraoral radiographs; identification of radiographic anatomical landmarks; and advancements in computer imaging technology in dental radiology. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 120, DH 121 and BSL 214 (or BIO 208/226), all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 2.5 credits (37.5 contact hours); Laboratory: 0.5 credit (30 contact hours).
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2.00 Credits
This course focuses on the clinical, histological and radiographic differences between healthy and unhealthy periodontal tissues. Topics to be discussed also include etiology, risk factor assessment, pathogenesis and classification of periodontal diseases. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 120, DH 121 and BSL 214 (or BIO 208/226), all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours).
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4.00 Credits
This course emphasizes the continued treatment of clinical patients. Treatment and management of dental patients with special needs are also addressed with attention to appropriate changes in dental treatment in response to a patient's medical condition. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 130, DH 131, DH 135, DH 136 and NFS 101, all with a grade of C or better. Clinical: 4 credits (240 contact hours).
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the specific oral health care needs of persons with a variety of medical, disabling or mental conditions. Innovative approaches to serving populations with special oral health care needs are discussed. Special pharmacological considerations and treatment modifications are emphasized. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 130, DH 131, DH 135, DH 136 and NFS 101, all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).
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2.00 Credits
The physical and chemical properties of dental materials and their application are introduced. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 130, DH 131, DH 135 and DH 136, all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours).
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2.00 Credits
This course provides for the continuation and expansion of the content of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist I. The role of the dental hygienist in the recognition of systematic implications as related to periodontal diseases is emphasized. Current advancements in the management of patients with periodontal disease are emphasized. Supportive periodontal therapy will be discussed and current surgical therapies will be introduced. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 130, DH 131, DH 135, DH 136 and NFS 101, all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 1.5 credits (22.5 contact hours); Laboratory: 0.5 credit (30 contact hours).
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2.00 Credits
Common oral local anesthesia injection techniques and the related background information are addressed in this course. Subjects include: anatomic considerations, armamentarium, basic injection techniques, record keeping, neurophysiology, related pharmacology, patient evaluation, complications and contraindications. The pharmacology, administration and contraindications of Nitrous Oxide are also included. This elective course satisfies the Kentucky State Dental Practice Act regarding 'delegation of block and infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia to dental hygienists.' Prerequisite: Completion of DH 130, DH 131, DH 135 and DH 136 all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 1.25 credits (18.75 contact hours). Laboratory: .75 credit (45 contact hours).
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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on the mastery of all dental hygiene clinical skills utilized in treating patients. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 220, DH 221, DH 224, and DH 226, all with a grade of C or better. Clinical: 4 credits (240 contact hours).
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1.00 Credits
This course covers the legal, ethical, and managerial aspects of dental hygiene practice. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 220, DH 222, DH 224 and DH 226, all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 1 credit (15 contact hours).
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4.00 Credits
Basic concepts in assessing community dental health needs are introduced. Planning, implementing and evaluating dental health programs, as well as current trends and issues in preventive dental health education, are discussed. Concepts related to reading and interpreting scientific literature are also included. Students must develop and present a community dental health project and scientific tabletop presentation. Prerequisite: Completion of DH 220, DH 222, DH 224 and DH 226, all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 4 credits (60 contact hours).
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