18 courses with the subject DNH, 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.
DNH 111Oral Anatomy2
Studies the morphology and function of the oral structures with emphasis on the primary and permanent dentition, eruption sequence, occlusion, and intra-arch relationships. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Lecture: 2 hours per week
Presents a study of the microscopic and macroscopic anatomy and physiology of the head, neck, and oral tissues. Includes embryologic development and histologic components of the head, neck, teeth, and periodontium.
Admission to Dental Hygiene Program. Lecture: 3 hours per week
DNH 120Management of Emergencies2
Studies the various medical emergencies and techniques for managing emergencies in the dental setting. Additional practical applications and simulations of emergencies may be conducted to enhance basic knowledge from the one hour lecture component.
Admission to Dental Hygiene Program. Lecture: 2 hours per week
DNH 130Oral Radiology for the Dental Hygienist2
Studies radiation physics, biology, safety, and exposure techniques for intra- and extra- oral radiographic surveys. Laboratory provides practice in exposure, processing methods, mounting, and interpretation of normal findings. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Admission to the Dental Hygiene Program. Lecture: 1 hour Lab: 3 hours Total: 4 hours per week
DNH 141Dental Hygiene I5
Introduces clinical knowledge and skills for the performance of dental hygiene services; basic skill components, lab manikins and client practice. Pre-clinical experience in the on-campus supervised clinic. Clinical and laboratory application of introductory skills essential to rendering oral health services to clients with emphasis on basic dental hygiene instrumentation. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Admission to Dental Hygiene Program. Lecture: 3 hours Lab: 6 clinic hours Total: 9 hours per week
DNH 142Dental Hygiene II5
Exposes students to instrument sharpening, time management, and client education techniques and methods. Provides supervised clinical practice in the dental hygiene clinic with emphasis on developing client treatment and instrument skills. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Introduces dental health care for clients with special needs. Includes introduction to computer concepts and applications. Provides supervised clinical practice in the dental hygiene clinic with emphasis on refining client treatment and instrumentation skills, including oral radiographs. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Introduces general pathology with consideration of the common diseases affecting the human body. Particular emphasis is given to the study of pathological conditions of the mouth, teeth and their supporting structures.
Introduces the theoretical and practical study of various concepts and methods used in describing, preventing, and controlling periodontal disease. Presents etiology, microbiology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of diseases. Lecture: 2 hours per week
Studies the current technologic advances, expanded functions, and clinical/laboratory materials used in dental hygiene practice. Provides laboratory experience for developing skills in the utilization and applications of these technologies and functions. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Lecture: 1 hour Lab: 2 hours Total: 3 hours per week
Studies the chemical and therapeutic agents used in dentistry, including their preparation, effectiveness, and specific application. A study of pharmacologic agents used in dentistry and of medications that the patient may be taking, their clinical effects, adverse effects, and dental implications, and the prevention and management of medical emergencies. Lecture: 2 hours per week
Studies and compares concepts of delivery of health care, applying the public health delivery model. Utilizes epidemiologic methods, research and biostatistics as applied to oral health program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Incorporates and applies current health issues and trends. This course provides an introduction to the principles of dental public health, community dental health education, and community program planning. This course will prepare the dental hygienist for the role of dental public health practitioner, educator, consultant, and resource person in community settings. Students will prepare educational learning activities and visual aids designed for diverse community groups. Lecture: 2 hours per week
Applies concepts of public health program planning through student directed community projects with an emphasis on preventative oral health education. Includes development of table clinics, bulletin boards, and volunteer service in the community. This course provides an introduction to the principles of dental public health, community dental health education, and community program planning.
Studies the principles of dental ethics and economics as they relate to the dental hygienist. The course also includes a study of jurisprudence and office procedures. A study of current trends that influence the practice of dental hygiene including oral health care delivery, manpower, finance mechanisms, health insurance programs, professional associations, state practice acts and legislation. Emphasis is on ethical, regulatory, political and legal issues as they relate to the dental hygiene profession. Lecture: 1 hour per week
DNH 235Management of Dental Pain and Anxiety in the Dental Office2
Provides a study of anxiety and pain management techniques used in dental care. Students will understand the necessary theory to appropriately treat, plan and successfully administer topical anesthesia, local anesthesia, and nitrous oxide/ oxygen analgesia. Includes the components of pain, pain control mechanisms, topical anesthesia, local anesthesia and nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Introduces advanced skills and the dental hygienist’s role in dental specialties. Includes supervised clinical practice in the dental hygiene clinic and/or off-campus clinical rotations at various community facilities. Emphasizes treatment of clients demonstrating periodontal involvement, stressing application and correlation of knowledge and skills from previous semesters. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Exposes student to current advances in dentistry. Includes supervised clinical practice in the dental hygiene clinic and/or off-campus clinical rotations at various community facilities. Emphasis is placed on synthesis of knowledge from previous semesters, treatment of clients with moderate to advanced periodontal involvement and improving clinical speed while maintaining quality in preparation for practice. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
