DTHY 341 - Dental Hygiene Theory I

Credits: 4

This course introduces the theory of the dental hygiene process of care, with emphasis on providing the student with an ethical and scientific foundation needed in performing comprehensive dental hygiene treatment. Medical emergencies, infection control, comprehensive assessments, care planning, nutritional counseling for the dental professional, and fundamental instrumentation skills are introduced. Current clinic issues are addressed in a one-hour weekly seminar.

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the dental hygiene program.

Lecture-Lab (ex: 3-1 means 3 hrs lecture and 1 hr lab): (3-1 [seminar])
Term(s) Offered: Fall

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