DHG 100 Theory and Practice of Dental Hygiene I
Credits: 4.00
A course designed to introduce the dental hygiene student to the profession of dental hygiene, theories and rationales for basic dental hygiene care procedures and prevention of disease, ethical principles, infection control, risk factors for oral disease and treatment planning. Practical application of fundamental concepts and skills are applied in the clinical setting on student partners with emphasis on workplace safety, hazards management, ergonomics, assessment and instrumentation. PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Special Admission Guidelines and admission to the Dental Hygiene Program. CO-REQUISITE(S): DHG 111 Dental Anatomy, DHG 155 Dental Radiology
DHG 111 Dental Anatomy
Credits: 2.00
This course is designed to familiarize the dental hygiene student with all phases of dental anatomy. Topics of study include gross anatomy, nomenclature, eruption sequence, morphology and physiology of the oral structures with emphasis on the primary and permanent dentitions, occlusion, an overview of the temporomandibular joint, and anomalies of the oral structures. The coronal structure and root morphology for individual teeth will be addressed and related to direct patient care procedures. PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Special Admission Guidelines and admission to the Dental Hygiene Program. CO-REQUISITE(S): DHG 100 Preventive Oral Health Services I, DHG 101 Introduction to Preventive Oral Health Services
DHG 155 Dental Radiology
Credits: 2.00
This course enables the dental hygiene student to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to produce dental radiographs of diagnostic quality with minimum patient exposure to radiation. Topics of study include the principles of radiation physics, radiation biology, radiation safety, radiographic technique, processing, patient management, quality assurance, patient selection criteria, mounting and evaluation, recognition of anatomic landmarks and common radiographic findings and alternate imaging modalities. A laboratory component provides the student with the opportunity to learn and practice radiology skills on simulation manikins in preparation for operating competently in the clinic environment. PREREQUISITE(S): All first semester courses in the Dental Hygiene Program of Study. CO-REQUISITE(S): DHG 100 Theory and Practice of Dental Hygiene I, DHG 111 Dental Anatomy
DHG 158 Theory and Practice of Dental Hygiene II
Credits: 5.00
This course is designed to provide the dental hygiene student with the opportunity to expand knowledge and experience in planning and providing oral health services. Topics include nutritional counseling, instrumentation, prevention education and communication, desensitization, tobacco cessation, ethics as well as the hygienist's role in dental specialties. Focus is placed on the student?s development of skills in communication and treatment of patients through the lifespan as well as functioning in clinic in an effective and efficient manner. Students provide educational and clinical services with an emphasis on comprehensive care for child and adult clients at the Central Campus dental hygiene clinic.
DHG 159 Histology and Pathology of Oral Tissues
Credits: 3.00
This course presents the development and microscopic anatomy of the cells, tissues and organs of the oral cavity. Building on the concepts of general histology and embryology, the nature of disease is addressed with respect to etiology, mechanism of disease formation and the body's response to injury. The clinical presentation of basic disease processes that affect the oral cavity and the clinical and histological recognition of oral neoplasia are emphasized.
DHG 161 Periodontics I
Credits: 2.00
This course covers the study of the microscopic and clinical aspects of the normal and diseased periodontal tissues. Utilizing the knowledge of normal tissues, the student will learn to recognize the changes that occur in periodontal disease at the clinical and microscopic level. Students will apply this background knowledge to classify periodontal disease using the American Academy of Periodontology Classification System. PREREQUISITE(S): All first semester courses in the Dental Hygiene Program of Study. CO-REQUISITE(S): DHG 151 Preventive Oral Health Services II (Clinic), DHG 152 Preventive Oral Health Services II (Seminar)
DHG 199 Ind. Study in Dental Hygiene
Credits: 3.00
Designed to provide students with an opportunity to explore a specific area in the profession of dental hygiene on an independent basis with faculty consultation. The study to be undertaken is mutually agreed upon by the student and the Director of the Dental Hygiene Program.
DHG 224 Materials in Dentistry
Credits: 2.00
This course is designed to provide students with a survey of dental materials and procedures, their reasons for use, proper technique and dental application. The scope of study includes gypsum products, impression materials, dental cements, amalgam, synthetic resins, nightguard vital bleaching, athletic mouthguards, prosthetics, refinishing and polishing of restorations, pit and fissure sealants, digital photography and advanced instrumentation. Laboratory sessions provide students with hands-on experience with selected dental material procedures and instrumentation. PREREQUISITE(S): All second semester courses in the Dental Hygiene Program of Study.
DHG 226 Dental Pain Control
Credits: 2.00
The course is a study of the basic and current concepts in the administration of local dental anesthetics. Topics examined include the mechanism of action, local and systemic effects, tissue diffusion and toxicity of anesthetic agents used in dentistry. Patient assessment including medical considerations, apprehension and pain threshold will be evaluated for determining the indications and contraindications of dental pain control. Selection of appropriate anesthetic agents and proper administration techniques will be emphasized. The pharmacology, principles of nitrous oxide-oxygen analgesia administration, patient considerations and legal issues will be discussed.
DHG 228 Theory and Practice of Dental Hygiene III
Credits: 8.00
The course introduces the student to the general pathology and physiology of relevant diseases and conditions that may present in the clinical setting. Discussion includes the methods of treatment and the oral health impact of the disease or treatment. The recognition and management of medical emergencies will also be examined. Special emphasis will be given to diseases, condition and drugs of importance in clinical dentistry. Further, this course is designed to broaden the realm of clinical procedures performed by the dental hygiene student and to enhance the student's abilities to integrate basic, dental and psychosocial sciences in evaluating, planning and implementing a comprehensive dental hygiene treatment plan for varied patient populations.
DHG 253 Community Dentistry
Credits: 2.00
This course is designed to introduce the student dental hygienist to the knowledge and skills necessary to promote oral health in the community. Topics include an overview of public health and its relationship to community dental health, epidemiology and prevention of oral disease, factors affecting the delivery, financing and utilization of dental services, planning community dental programs, and basic research and statistical concepts. Students will apply course content to assess, design, implement and evaluate a community dental health program. PREREQUISITE(S): All third semester courses in the Dental Hygiene Program of Study. CO-REQUISITE(S): DHG 251 Preventive Oral Health Services IV (Clinic), DHG 252 Preventive Oral Health Services IV (Seminar)
DHG 258 Theory and Practice of Dental Hygiene IV
Credits: 6.00
This course is designed to prepare students to make the transition into dental hygiene practice. Emphasis is placed on new technologies in oral health care, genetic risk factors for periodontal diseases, periodontal disease as a potential risk factor for systemic diseases, ethical and legal considerations in clinical practice, career options, and current issues in dental hygiene.
DHG 261 Periodontics II
Credits: 2.00
The major emphasis of this course is on treatment planning (intraoral photographs, periodontal charting, occlusal analysis, patient education) and therapy (pain control, chemotherapeutic agents, site specific drug therapy, host modulation drug therapy, periodontal surgery, periodontal packs, sutures) of the periodontal patient. PREREQUISITE(S): All second semester courses in the Dental Hygiene Program of Study. CO-REQUISITE(S): DHG 221 Preventive Oral Health Services III (Clinic), DHG 222 Preventive Oral Health Services III (Seminar)
DHG 271 Professional Issues in Dental Hygiene I
Credits: 1.00
The course is a self-directed, instructor guided research course that enhances student knowledge in a variety of dental and dental hygiene topic areas. Students will choose from a variety of topics suggested by and in collaboration with the instructor. The topic list will be generated following evaluation of current research and issues in dentistry and dental hygiene. Topics may include evidence-based treatment planning, product evaluation, trends in patient education strategies, impact of periodontal disease on systemic conditions, and periodontal disease evaluation using recently released American Academy of Periodontology guidelines; emphasis is placed on using technology in order to conduct research. PREREQUISITE(S): None CO-REQUISITE(S): Current registration in an accredited dental hygiene program or graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program with an active state license.
Last Updated: 08-31-2010
