DENT151 — Dental Hygiene Theory I
This course builds foundations for the dental hygiene pre-clinic/labs through focus on the elements of the complete process of care. Topics include risk assessments; patients with medical, physical and psychological conditions; and emphasizing treatment modifications for medically and physically compromised patients. A firm foundation in infection control procedures, client assessment, fluoride therapies, and disease prevention is highlighted. Students examine management of medical emergencies, OSHA regulations, the blood-born pathogen standard, the hazard communication standard, and CDC guidelines. Instrumentation principles, sharpening, ergonomic standards, the preparation for the delivery of educational and therapeutic patient services, preventive counseling, and ultrasonic instrumentation also are addressed.
Prerequisites: DENT-105, DENT-110, DENT-115, DENT-120, DENT-125, DENT-130, DENT-150