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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: DEN 101 This course provides a basic introduction to the structures of the head, neck, and oral cavity. Topics include tooth morphology, head and neck anatomy, histology, and embryology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of normal structures and development and how they relate to the practice of dental assisting. (F.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: DEN 100, DEN 111, DEN 102 This course provides instruction in procedures for the clinical dental assistant as specifi ed by the North Carolina Dental Practice Act. Emphasis is placed on orientation to the profession, infection control techniques, instruments, related expanded functions, and diagnostic, operative, and specialty procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate profi ciency in clinical dental assisting procedures. (F.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course provides instruction in identifi cation, properties, evaluation of quality, principles, and procedures related to manipulation and storage of operative and specialty dental materials. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and safe application of materials used in the dental offi ce and laboratory. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate profi ciency in the laboratory and clinical application of routinely used dental materials. (F.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: DEN 106 This course is a study of oral pathology, pharmacology, and dental offi ce emergencies. Topics include oral pathological conditions, dental therapeutics, and management of emergency situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize abnormal oral conditions, identify classifi cations, describe actions and effects of commonly prescribed drugs, and respond to medical emergencies. (Sp.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course covers the study of preventive dentistry to prepare dental assisting students for the role of dental health educator. Topics include etiology of dental diseases, preventive procedures, and patient education theory and practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate profi ciency in patient counseling and oral health instruction in private practice or public health settings. (Sp.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: DEN 106 This course provides a study of principles and procedures related to management of the dental practice. Emphasis is placed on maintaining clinical and fi nancial records, patient scheduling, and supply and inventory control. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate fundamental skills in dental practice management. (Sp.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: BIO 106, DEN 101 and DEN 111 Corequisite: DEN 103, DEN 104, DEN 105, and DEN 112 This course is designed to provide experience assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize classroom theory and laboratory and clinical skills in a dental setting. (Sp.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: DEN 106 Corequisite: None This course is designed to increase the level of profi ciency in assisting in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on the application of principles and procedures of four-handed dentistry and laboratory and clinical support functions. Upon completion, students should be able to combine theoretical and ethical principles necessary to perform entry-level skills including functions delegable to a DA II. (S.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: DEN 121 This course introduces the structures of the head, neck, and oral cavity. Topics include tooth morphology, head and neck anatomy, histology, and embryology. Upon completion, students should be able to relate the identifi cation of normal structures and development to the practice of dental assisting and dental hygiene. (F.)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: DEN 101 or DEN 121 This course introduces the infection and hazard control procedures necessary for the safe practice of dentistry. Topics include microbiology, practical infection control, sterilization and monitoring, chemical disinfectants, aseptic technique, infectious diseases, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws. Upon completion, students should be able to understand infectious diseases, disease transmission, infection control procedures, biohazard management, OSHA standards, and applicable North Carolina laws. (F.)
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