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DHYG 3230L - Dental Materials Laboratory (0-2-1)
Selected dental materials aremanipulated to enhance the student’s application of the
principles of dental materials science. Emphasis is placed on why particular materials
and techniques are used, and on how dental materials can be safely handled. The
primary goal of the course is to enhance the student’s ability to make clinical
judgments regarding the use and care of dental materials based on how these
materials react in the oral environment.
Corequisite(s): DHYG 3230.
DHYG 3240 - Introduction toPeriodontics (2-0-2)
This course is a survey of periodontics providing an overview in identification,
treatment and prevention of periodontal disease as it relates primarily to the dental
hygienist. Emphasis is placed on departures from normal periodontal architecture; the
etiologies associated with these abnormalities and indicated dental hygiene treatment.
Prerequisite(s): B.S.D.H. Admission.
DHYG 3300C - Clinical Dental Hygiene (0-2-1)
Clinical practice is utilized in this course to emphasize the refinement of skill in the
performance of dental, application of preventive agents, and oral examination as an
introduction to treatment planning. Assessment is provided through daily clinical
evaluations. The student will demonstrate critical thinking with the interpretation of
accumulated information concerning the treatment of individual patients. This course
provides clinical application of the dental hygiene program-solving model. During
clinical practice, students will gain experience in-patient management, appointment
planning, assessment planning, implementation and evaluation for dent hygiene care.
Prerequisites: DHYG 3200C or licensedR.D.H.
DHYG 3382 - Clinical Pharmacology (2-0-2)
This course provides students with an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge and
understanding of pharmacology as it relates to clinical application in health
professions. This course will highlight major drug classifications with emphasis on the
general therapeutic rationale for drug therapy, mechanisms of oaction,
pharmacokinetic concepts, and pharmacodynamic principles.
DHYG 3382L - Seminar inDental HygienePharmacology (0-2-1)
The seminar will examine the use of pharmaceutical agents in the dental office.
Students will identify important considerations in the health maintenance and
management of patients with special emphasis on commonly prescribed oral health
products.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): HSCI 3382 - Clinical Pharmacology
DHYG 4200–Research for Evidence-BasedPractice (DHYG/NURS 4500-90)
An introduction to the research process and the skills required to interpret, evaluate,
and integrate knowledge generated from research as a foundation for evidence-based
practice. Human subject’s rights and ethical aspects of research are discussed.
Scientific investigation is studied as a method of evaluating and improving
professional practice.
Prerequisite(s): Statistics or the equivalent
Corequisite(s): None
Other restrictions: None
DHYG 4300 - AdvancedDental Hygiene I (2-0-2)
A continuation of DHYG 3200. Principles are introduced in advanced procedures
including but not limited to sonic and ultrasonic instrumentation, root planing, gingival
curettage, care of dental implants, abrasive polishing devices, phasemicroscope, oral
irrigation and advanced home care techniques. The research poster will be
introduced and implemented and the student will continue to develop their dental
hygiene portfolio.
Prerequisite(s): DHYG 3200.
Corequisite(s): DHYG 4300C.
