16 courses with the subject DH, 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.
DH 101PREVENTIVE ORAL HEALTH CARE I4
This course introduces the student to the dental hygiene process. Fundamental concepts, assessment skills and preventive techniques are emphasized. Principles of communication, education and motivation provide a firm foundation for patient education. The laboratory component of this course provides the student with hands-on experience in learning and applying instrumentation techniques utilizing manikins and student partners. Related skills including dental unit operation and patient and operator positioning strategies are also addressed. (3 hour lecture/ 7 hour laboratory). Prerequisites: CH101; this course is open to students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene program.
This course focuses on transition into clinical practice. Development of clinical skills continues with consideration of periodontal assessment and treatment planning and the introduction of ultrasonic instrumentation, polishing pit and fissure sealant application, instrument sharpening procedures and pain control techniques. Students are also familiarized with the scope of dental specialty areas and common procedures performed in prosthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, pedodontics and orthodontics. In the entry level clinical component of this course, the student applies principles and techniques learned in didactic and pre-clinical laboratory courses to actual clinical practice. Students render dental hygiene services to patients in a clinical setting. Assessment, diagnosis and planning skills are cultivated, as well as basic instrumentation skills. (3 hour lecture/89 hour clinic). Prerequisites: This course is open to students who have attained a passing grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene didactic courses, and a “Pass” in pre-clinic laboratory.
This course introduces the student to radiological technology to assure that dental professionals who expose patients to radiation for diagnostic purposes meet radiological health standards. Emphasis will be placed on radiation physics, biological effects of radiation, function of dental x-ray equipment, quality and interpretation of x-ray exposures and processing/scanning techniques. Students will be taught techniques for producing digital dental radiographs of acceptable diagnostic quality. Technical skills will be are developed on manikins before students demonstrate competence in a clinical setting. (2 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory) Prerequisites: CH101. This course is open to students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene Program.
This course provides the student with an overview of the development and function of cells, tissues and organs on both the macroscopic and microscopic levels. Embryonic development of the head and neck and the morpho- differentiation of the face and oral structures is presented. The emphasis of this 122
This course will provide the student with a comprehensive study of the form, function, and characteristics of the human dentition and supporting structures. Eruption sequence of the primary and permanent dentitions, as well as the occlusion and position of individual teeth will be reviewed. Students will learn pertinent terminology as it relates to dental anatomy. Various activities and exercises will be utilized in the course to enhance the student’s knowledge. (2 hour lecture). Prerequisites: CH101. This course is open to students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene Program.
This course introduces the student to materials used in dental practice. Lectures, demonstrations, readings and laboratory activities will assist the student in developing an understanding of the properties, uses and manipulation of amalgam, composite resins, cements, impression materials, gypsum products, waxes, whitening bleaching materials, porcelain and acrylics. Introduction to digital procedures such as digital scanning, 3D printing and digital shade selection techniques are covered through demonstration and discussion. Physical and biological properties will be emphasized and clinical applications will be shown in the laboratory portion of the course. (1 hour lecture/2 hour laboratory). Hygiene Program.
CH101. This course is open to all students enrolled in the Dental
DH 108ORAL PATHOLOGY2
This course presents a study of the disease process occurring in the Oral Cavity and Maxillofacial area. General pathology and its effect on the oral cavity are emphasized as it relates to clinical practice. The diagnosis and treatment of common lesions associated with inflammation, repair and the immune response will be studied in depth. Neoplastic lesions will also be examined, as well as the distinction between benign and malignant tumors. Developmental and genetic abnormalities will be explored, along with systemic diseases that present significant oral changes and complications. (2 hour lecture). Prerequisite: This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses.
This course is designed to teach students about the normal, healthy periodontium to understand the various stages of periodontal disease and its treatment. A study of the clinical and histological characteristics of both the healthy and the diseased periodontium is presented. (2 hour lecture). Prerequisite: This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses. 123
This course will examine a variety of medical emergencies that can and do occur in the dental office. Students will learn basic information necessary to prevent, recognize and manage medical emergencies as an effective member of the dental health care team. (1 hour lecture). Prerequisite: This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses.
The lecture portion of this course focuses on advanced treatment planning, dietary analysis and counseling, and further consideration of pain control techniques. The management of patients with developmental, medical, physical, sensory and psychological impairments is discussed with emphasis on normalization of care, adaptation of oral care techniques and access to care. In intermediate level clinics, students continue to integrate preventive, educational and therapeutic care as they treat patients in a clinical setting. Emphasis is on the expansion and refinement of skills through the treatment of patients with moderate to advanced periodontal involvement. (3 hour lecture/12 hour clinic). better in all attempted dental hygiene courses, and a “Pass” in entry level clinic.
This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or
DH 202PREVENTIVE ORAL HEALTH CARE IV5
Lecture, discussion and group activities will focus on ethical and legal issues and controversial topics relating to the dental hygiene profession. Alternative practice settings and job procurement strategies will be explored. In advanced level clinic, students continue to apply knowledge and skills learned in didactic and clinical courses. Emphasis is on efficiency and proficiency in all dental hygiene processes as students prepare for licensure examination and transition into private practice. (3 hour lecture/15 hour clinic). Prerequisite: This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses, and a “Pass” in intermediate level clinic.
An in-depth study of the head and neck is presented in this course. The focus will be on identification of important anatomical structures of all major systems in this region including, but not limited to: bones, muscles, blood vessel, nerves, etc.
DH101, DH103, DH106, DH107. For Dental Hygiene students only.
DH 205LOCAL ANESTHESIA2
This course is a study of basic and current concepts in the administration of local anesthetics, systemic effects, and tissues diffusion. Assessment of the patient’s health, apprehension and pain threshold will be addressed in determining the indications and contraindications of pain control and alleviation. Emphasis will be placed on the selection and administration of appropriate anesthetic agents and evaluation of proper techniques. (lecture/lab) Prerequisite: this course is open to students who have attained a grade “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses. 124
This course is a continuation of Periodontics I. There is a strong emphasis on the different types of periodontal therapy and the reason for their use on periodontal involved patients. (2 hour lecture). Prerequisite: This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses.
Pharmacology introduces the hygiene student to the study of drugs and how they affect biological systems. This course will provide the student with a base of knowledge in the principles of pharmacology and the drugs used in the current therapy of disease states, as well as a solid foundation in the terminology and vocabulary that is associated with pharmacology. Special emphasis is given to those drugs administered or prescribed in the dental practice, as well as those drugs whose actions, side effects, or interactions with other drugs may impact dental healthcare. (3 hour lecture). Prerequisite: This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses.
This course introduces the student to the role of dentistry and dental hygiene practice as it relates to community-based oral health promotion and prevention approaches. Students are introduced to health education methods, basic principles of research and the socioeconomic, demographic and epidemiological trends of oral disease. The course provides an opportunity for an active partnership between various community groups and the student by completion of a major project. The student will apply the principles of community dental health as they develop and evaluate a community-based oral health presentation. (2 hour lecture). Prerequisite: MH203. This course is open to students who have attained a grade of “C” or better in all attempted dental hygiene courses.
