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3.00 Credits
Introduces the principles of laboratory procedures related to fi xed and removable prosthetics. Th e utilization of appropriate laboratory equipment by the student will be supplemented by instructional demonstration of additional laboratory techniques and materials. Prerequisite: second-term standing in the Dental Assisting program. W
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3.00 Credits
Provides information pertinent to the principles of dental radiology and legal aspects regarding the use of radiation. Includes the history of dental radiology; terminology; radiation physics; machine operation and equipment use; biological eff ects of x-rays; principles of radiation health, safety, and protection; anatomical landmarks; dental fi lms and darkroom processing techniques. Students use x-ray manikins to practice fi lm placement and exposure techniques. One patient full-mouth radiographic series is required and exposed fi lms are processed and evaluated. Prerequisite: second-term standing in the Dental Assisting program. W
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1.00 Credits
Emphasizes prevention and treatment of the most common medical emergencies in the dental offi ce. Covers the preparation of the offi ce and staff to deal with these emergencies, including gathering patient information, such as a health history and vital signs. Discusses the use of emergency equipment and supplies. Prerequisite: enrollment in the Dental Assisting program or consent of instructor. F
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2.00 Credits
Introduces management of the dental offi ce, including business offi ce procedures and techniques, written and electronic communications, computer use, dental insurance, inventory control, accounts receivable, recall systems, and staff and patient management. Prerequisite: second-term standing in the Dental Assisting program. W
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9.00 Credits
Consists of observation and practice in an ethical dental offi ce. Students develop communication rapport with the dental team and patients; perform specifi ed basic, intermediate, and expanded function chairside procedures; complete reception and business offi ce tasks; apply skills in laboratory procedures; and expose and process patient x-rays as directed by the dentist. Prerequisite: third-term standing in the Dental Assisting program. Sp
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3.00 Credits
Presents the theory and practice of legal expanded functions for dental assistants. Includes discussion, demonstration, and practical application of the following: coronal polish, topical fl uoride, amalgam polish, provisional coverage, suture removal, cement removal, and pit and fi ssure sealant placement. Prerequisite: third-term standing in the Dental Assisting program. Sp
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2.00 Credits
Continues DEN164 Dental Radiology 1. Allows students to take additional adult and pediatric (pedodontic) manikin fi lms using low-dose technique. Students develop skills in patient management and perfect radiographic techniques by completing two full mouth patient x-ray series. Includes information in taking pediatric fi lms, fi lms in edentulous areas, fi lms taken while the patient is in a supine position, endodontic fi lms, occlusal fi lms, and extra-oral fi lms. Students learn utilization of the panoramic x-ray unit, fi lm duplicators, and automatic fi lm processors and process, and evaluate all exposed fi lms and are eligible to take the state x-ray examination upon successful completion of DEN164 and DEN174. Prerequisite: third-term standing in the Dental Assisting program. Sp
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2.00 Credits
Prepares students for the Dental Assisting National Board Certifi cation Examination. Also prepares students for successful employment by incorporating résumé writing, completion of a job application,and interview techniques. Prerequisite: thirdterm standing in the Dental Assisting program. Sp
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3.00 Credits
Covers fundamentals of graphics communication. Includes multiview and pictorial representation, dimensioning, and section and auxiliary views. Prerequisite: DRF130 or consent of instructor. Off ered as needed.
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2.00 Credits
Introduces fundamentals of drafting and basic drawing techniques. Emphasizes use of drafting instruments, standard orthographic projections, layout procedures, ASA-approved lettering techniques, geometric construction, selection of views, sectional auxiliary views, and standard dimensioning practices, including metrics. Off ered as needed.
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