Dental Hygiene (DAH)

Examines current regulatory mandates, specific step-by-step procedures related to infection control, management of hazardous materials in the dental office, management of emergency situations and basic concepts of pharmacology. Lecture: 1.5 credits (22.5 contact hours). Lab: 0.5 credit (30 contact hours).

Examines oral histology and embryology, head and neck anatomy, and tooth morphology as applicable to the practice of dental assisting and dental hygiene. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Examines the physical and chemical properties of dental materials with an emphasis on composition and application. Lecture: 1.5 credits (22.5 contact hours). Lab: 0.5 credit (30 contact hours).

Introduces the disciplines of general pathology and oral pathology as related to dental auxiliary function. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Examines theory and clinical practice of oral radiographic methods. Presents history and development of x- radiation; properties and uses of x-radiation; radiation hygiene; exposing, processing and mounting of intraoral and extraoral films; and identification of radiographic anatomic landmarks. Lecture: 1.5 credits (22.5 contact hours). Lab: 0.5 credits (30 contact hours).

Examines legal, ethical, and managerial aspects of the dental practice. Lecture: 1.0 credit (15 contact hours).