17 courses with the subject DHYG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
DHYG 105Tooth Morphology and Occlusion2
This course, through a lecture format, is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of tooth morphology. Basic dental terminology, dental charting, occlusion and anomalies are covered. Clinical application of knowledge is emphasized in Preventive Dentistry I. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Co-requisite(s): BIOL 135 Oral Histology and Embryology and DHYG 110 Preventive Dentistry I. Terms Offered: Fall Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 2 Contact Hours: Lecture: 2
This interactive course introduces the student to the basic principles and practices of preventive dental hygiene. Emphasis will be on the laboratory application of the basic principles of instrumentation, tooth morphology, occlusion, infection control and professional conduct. The student will develop competence in patient assessment techniques including medical/dental history, recognition and examination of orofacial structures and hard tissue dental findings. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Co-requisite(s): BIOL 135 Oral Histology and Embryology and DHYG 105 Tooth Morphology and Occlusion. Lab and course fees will be required Terms Offered: Fall Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 5 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3 Lab: 8
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. Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 136 Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Hygiene. Lab fee will be required Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 2 Contact Hours: Lecture: 1 Other: 1
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 exposure, self-assessment and interpretation 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. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Pre-requisite(s): DHYG 105 Tooth Morphology and Occlusion and DHYG 110 Preventive Dentistry I. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 120 Preventive Dentistry II and
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. Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 136 Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Hygiene; DHYG 105 Tooth Morphology and Occlusion; DHYG 110 Preventive Dentistry I. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 121 Clinical Dental Hygiene I and DHYG 117 Dental Radiology. Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 2 Contact Hours: Lecture: 2
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. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 135 Oral Histology and Embryology; BIOL 136 Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Hygiene; BIOL 205 Microbiology; DHYG 117 Dental Radiology. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 230 Preventive Dentistry III and DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Terms Offered: Fall Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 3
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. Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 135 Oral Histology and Embryology; BIOL 205 Microbiology; DHYG 121 Clinical Dental Hygiene I. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 206 Pathology and DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Terms Offered: Fall Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 2 Contact Hours: Lecture: 2
This course is designed to provide knowledge of the role of the dental hygienist in the specialties 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. Pre-requisite(s): DHYG 121 Clinical Dental Hygiene I. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Lab fee will be required Terms Offered: Fall Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 3 Contact Hours: Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
Community Dental Health is designed to provide the student with the fundamentals of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating public health care, while focusing on Community Dental Health. Emphasis will be on reading scientific literature, quantitative methods, community health education, service learning, and partnerships with community health agencies. The student will explore local, state, federal and international programs relating to public health. Students will be required to complete a public health service learning project. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Pre-requisite(s): DHYG 111 Introduction to Community Dental Services; DHYG 230 Preventive Dentistry III; and DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 216 Oral Care for People Living with Special Needs; DHYG 240 Preventive Dentistry IV; DHYG 241 Clinical Dental Hygiene III . Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No SUNY General Education Designation(s): Mathematics (and Quantitative Reasoning)
Pharmacology introduces the dental hygiene student to drugs associated with dentistry. General principles of pharmacology and therapeutics are studied, followed by a detailed study of specific drugs used routinely in dentistry. Drugs prescribed for medical reasons that have dental significance also are described. Knowledge of pharmacology is essential for the dental hygienist in order to understand the drugs he or she is handling, the medications patients may be taking, and the actions of the drugs the dentist prescribes. This knowledge is an integral part of patient management and used to determine the need for medical consults, modifications of the dental hygiene care plan and in striving for patient centered care at all times. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 136 Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Hygiene; BIOL 205 Microbiology; DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 216 Oral Care for People Living with Special Needs; DHYG 240 Preventive Dentistry IV; DHYG 241 Clinical Dental Hygiene III. Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 2 Contact Hours: Lecture: 2
This course is a continuation of the study of the theoretical foundation for the management of patients with more advanced preventive and therapeutic oral health care needs. Emphasis is on the assessment of periodontal conditions, care planning, implementation of preventive and treatment modalities and evaluation of treatment outcomes. Legal and ethical considerations are discussed and applied to patient care. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Pre-requisite(s): DHYG 120 Preventive Dentistry II and DHYG 121 Clinical Dental Hygiene I. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 207 Periodontology and DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Lab fee will be required Terms Offered: Fall Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 2 Contact Hours: Lecture: 2
This is an advanced course intended for students who have completed three semesters of preventive dentistry courses. Topics include: management of medical emergencies in the dental setting, identifying and reporting child abuse and maltreatment/neglect to meet NYS Education Law, and dental practice management. The course also provides the didactic requirement to obtain post- certification in the administration of local infiltrati anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia in the practice of dental hygiene. The goal of this course is to transition the graduate into the workplace as an oral health professional. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Pre-requisite(s): DHYG 207 Periodontology; DHYG 230 Preventive Dentistry III; DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 216 Oral Care for People Living with Special Needs; DHYG 217 Pharmacology; DHYG 241 Clinical Dental Hygiene III. Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 2 Contact Hours: Lecture: 2
This is an advanced clinical course in which continued growth and expansion of clinical knowledge and skill will be administered to more difficult periodontally involved patients, disabled patients and traditional patients. Open only to matriculated Dental Hygiene students. Pre-requisite(s): DHYG 206 Pathology; DHYG 207 Periodontology; DHYG 230 Preventive Dentistry III; DHYG 231 Clinical Dental Hygiene II; DHYG 208 Dental Materials. Co-requisite(s): DHYG 217 Pharmacology and DHYG 240 Preventive Dentistry IV. Lab and course fee will be required Terms Offered: Spring Offered Distance Learning: No Credits: 4 Contact Hours: Lab: 14
