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5.00 Credits
Fall Lab fee will be required. This interactive course introduces students to the basic principles and practices of preventive dental hygiene. Emphasiswill be on the laboratory application of the basic principles of instrumentation, toothmorphology, occlusion, infection control and professional conduct. Students will develop competence in patient assessment techniques includingmedical/ dental history, recognition and examination of orofacial structures and hard tissue dental findings. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Corequisites: DHYG 105, Tooth Morphology & Occlusion.
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1.00 Credits
Spring This course provides the dental hygiene student with the foundation and tools to effectively assume the role of a dental hygiene community educator. The student will be exposed to methods of public health programs, research and teaching and learning strategies. Each student will conduct a dental education program and will complete a table clinic presentation designed to apply the principles of community dental services. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: BIOL 125, Nutrition; DHYG 110, Preventive Dentistry I. Corequisites: DHYG 120, Preventive Dentistry II; DHYG 121, Clinical Dental Hygiene I.
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2.00 Credits
Spring Lab fee will be required. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of head and neck anatomy through lecture and laboratory experiences. Emphasis is placed on aspects of head and neck anatomy that apply to dental hygiene treatment. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: BIOL 136, Anatomy and Physiology.
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4.00 Credits
Spring Lab fee will be required. This course is designed to familiarize students with the principles and procedures of dental radiology. Laboratory time is provided to enable students to practice the exposing, processing, mounting and interpreting of dental radiographs. In addition, the concept of prevention as it relates to radiation hygiene is reinforced throughout theoretical and practical sessions. Emphasis is placed on the development of the technical skills necessary to produce dental radiographs of acceptable diagnostic quality. Recitation periods will be utilized to help clarify radiology concepts. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: DHYG 105, Tooth Morphology and Occlusion; DHYG 110, Preventive Dentistry I. Corequisites: DHYG 120, Preventive Dentistry II; DHYG 121, Clinical Dental Hygiene I.
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2.00 Credits
Spring This course is a continuation of the basic principles of oral health care delivery, with an emphasis on the dental hygiene process. The theories supporting the management of patients presenting with preventive and therapeutic oral health care needs are discussed and applied to patient care. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: BIOL 136, Anatomy and Physiology; DHYG 105, Tooth Morphology and Occlusion; DHYG 110, Preventive Dentistry I. Corequisites: DHYG 121, Clinical Dental Hygiene I; DHYG 117, Dental Radiology.
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3.00 Credits
Spring Lab fee will be required. In this course, traditional clinical skills are performed on patients with concentration on oral health education, principles of instrumentation, and patient assessment. Transitional functions also will be performed, and recognition of "normal" and "atypical" oral structures will emphasized. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: DHYG 110, Preventive Dentistry I; DHYG 105, Tooth Morphology and Occlusion. Corequisites: DHYG 120, Preventive Dentistry II.
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3.00 Credits
Fall Pathology introduces dental hygiene students to concepts of disease, especially as related to the oral cavity. An introductory general survey of inflammation, infection and other general pathology is followed by a more detailed study of specific oral pathology. Areas of particular concern to dental hygiene students are stressed. Clinical applications are made by correlating the lecture materials with clinical cases by means of slide presentation and film. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: BIOL 135, Oral Histology & Embryology; BIOL 136, Anatomy & Physiology; BIOL 205, Microbiology; DHYG 117, Dental Radiology. Corequisites: DHYG 230, Preventive Dentistry III; DHYG 231, Clinical Dental Hygiene II.
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2.00 Credits
Fall This course covers coordination of dental and oral anatomy, histology, physiology,microbiology of plaque, pathology of periodontal disease with clinical application and the rationale of periodontal therapy. The goal of this course is to develop within students the ability to recognize and participate in the treatment of periodontal disease. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to readily differentiate between a healthy and a diseased periodontium and understand the etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal condition. In addition, students should be able to establish a sequential treatment plan and understand the rationale behind the treatment modalities employed in the treatment of various periodontal disease entities. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: BIOL 135, Oral Histology & Embryology; BIOL 205, Microbiology; DHYG 121, Clinical Dental Hygiene I. Corequisites: DHYG 206, Pathology; DHYG 231, Clinical Dental Hygiene II.
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3.00 Credits
Fall Lab fee will be required. This course is designed to provide knowledge of the role of the dental hygienist in the specialities and in restorative dentistry. A study of common dental materials used in various office settings is included. Laboratory sessions consist of exercises in dental hygiene functional procedures, including the manipulation and utilization of dental materials. Successful completion of both didactic and laboratory requirements for this course is necessary for continuation in the college's Dental Hygiene program. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: DHYG 121, Clinical Dental Hygiene I. Corequisites: DHYG 231, Clinical Dental Hygiene II.
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2.00 Credits
Spring This course is the continuation of DHYG 111. Community Dental Services is designed to provide the student with knowledge and tools to be able to effectively assume a responsive role in community dental health programs. The dental hygienist's role in community dental health services will be explored. The student will be exposed to the principles of community dental health services and education. The student will explore local, state, federal and international programs relating to dental health. Each student will be required to plan, implement and evaluate a project designed to apply the principles of community dental health. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Prerequisites: DHYG 111, Introduction to Community Dental Services; DHYG 230, Preventative Dentistry III; DHYG 231, Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Corequisites: DHYG 240, Preventative Dentistry IV; DHYG 241, Clinical Dental Hygiene III.
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