DEN 130 - Dental Hygiene Theory I

Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 2

This course is a continuation of the didactic dental hygiene concepts necessary for providing an oral prophylaxis. Topics include deposits/removal, instrument sharpening, patient education, fluorides, planning for dental hygiene treatment, charting, and clinical records and procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge needed to complete a thorough oral prophylaxis.

Prerequisites: DEN 120. Corequisites: DEN 131.
When Offered: (S)