DTAS 122 - Clinical Science I

Credits: 5

This course introduces the student to chairside dental assisting procedures with an emphasis on instrument identification and care, tray set-ups, transfer of instruments, and the role of the dental assistant in operative procedures. Clinical asepsis is emphasized and microbiological theories of disease and disease transmission are integrated and applied into course content. Includes student application in extramural settings.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the dental assisting program

Term(s) Offered: Fall

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