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2.00 Credits
A study of the production and effects of radiation. Emphasis is given to the effects of variations in exposure control factors, personnel and patient safety measures, and dental radiographic film and film processing. Anatomical landmarks, and their radiographic presentation are introduced. Techniques for placing, positioning, exposing, processing and mounting intraoral radiographs are covered in depth. Additional lab hours required. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program and Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Introductory study of the teeth, as well as intraoral and perioral structures. Anatomical features of the teeth and oral cavity are covered in depth. Processes and techniques for constructing dental chartings and dentition findings documentations are detailed. The dental caries process is introduced. Rationales and techniques for the use of pit and fissure sealants, as a supportive primary preventive procedure, are presented. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program and Reading Proficiency.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to acquaint the dental hygiene student with the basic concepts of pathophysiology. It will deal with selected conditions of the cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, nervous and endocrine systems. Emphasis is on the relationship between these conditions and potential actions and treatment modifications in the dental health care setting. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program. BIO:207, BIO:208, CHM:101 and Reading Proficiency.
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1.00 Credits
Survey of defects/medical problems that have dental management implications and/or possible medical emergency sequelea. Prompt, accurate and ethical emergency prevention, preparation and management techniques are detailed with related legal implications. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program and Reading Proficiency. 1 lecture hour per week.
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3.00 Credits
Techniques for the assessment of medical status and dental conditions as a basis for the dental hygiene diagnosis, and learning theory as a basis for patient education, are covered. Fluoride, as an individual and a community primary preventive measure, is emphasized. Extrinsic stain removal principles are included. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program, CPR health care provider level, DHY:120, DHY:121 and Reading Proficiency.
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1.00 Credits
Application of clinical assessment techniques and caries prevention agents, and instrument care and maintenance. Theory and application of peridontal probe instrumentation, and prostheses and appliances care and maintenance. Additional lab hours required. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program, CPR health care provider level. DHY:120, DHY:121and Reading Proficiency.
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4.00 Credits
Patient contact is established and coordinates with application of the theories, principles, and responsibilities related to dental hygiene practice at the student's current level of knowledge. Additional lab hours required. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program, CPR health care provider level, DHY:120, DHY:121 and Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the concepts of biochemistry and cell metabolism, especially those which are required for a clear understanding of nutrition. Major topics of the course include energy balance and the chemistry, digestion, and metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Emphasis is on the importance and function of nutrients for health and disease prevention and the relation of nutrition and oral health. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program, BIO:207, BIO:208, CHM:101 and Reading Proficiency.
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2.00 Credits
This course covers the gross morphology and embryology of the structures of the head and neck. Lectures in embryology emphasize development of the face and oral structures. Lectures on gross morphology emphasize the cranial nerves (especially the trigeminal and facial), the muscles of mastication and facial expression, and the blood and lymphatic vessels of the head and neck. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program, BIO:207, BIO:208 and Reading Proficiency.
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to general pathology with emphasis on oral pathosis. Oral diseases and oral manifestations of systemic diseases are studied in depth. Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the Dental Hygiene program, DHY:127 and Reading Proficiency.
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