Clinical Science I (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. F

(3) This course presents the structure and function of body systems, their pathologies and emergencies, along with preventions and treatments. F

(3) This course includes principles of radiation
physics, exposing, processing, mounting, evaluating, and interpreting
dental radiographs. Biological effects of radiation and protective principles, quality assurance protocols, and infection control are emphasized.
Emerging imaging technology is addressed. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene or Dental Assisting Program. F

(3) This course focuses on the study of the physical, chemical, and biologic properties and uses of dental materials.
Identification and manipulation of common dental materials are
incorporated in laboratory experiences. Two hours lecture, two hours
laboratory. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene or Dental
Assisting Program. F

(2) This course provides the student with a
detailed study of the anatomy of the oral cavity and underlying structures. The eruption, arrangement, function, developmental disturbances, occlusion and morphological characteristics of both the permanent and deciduous dentitions is presented. Two hours lecture. Prereq: Admission into the Dental Hygiene or Dental Assisting Program. F

(1) This course focuses on the general pathological conditions of the oral cavity with implications for the dental assistant. Sp

(3) This course provides comprehensive consideration of dental ethics, jurisprudence, office procedures, and techniques for seeking employment. The student is prepared to assume the role of the business assistant, including receptionist duties, correspondence, computer usage, and management of financial accounts. Sp

(3) Structure and function of the remaining body systems, their related pathologies and emergencies, along with preventions and treatments are highlighted in this class. The digestive system with special emphasis on human nutrition and diet therapy is a special content area in Human Systems II. Course prerequisites include
Medical Terminology and Human Systems I or faculty permission. Sp

(2) This course surveys dental diseases and provides practical methods of preventing their occurrence, utilizing plaque control, fluoride therapy, dietary control, pit and fissure sealants, and patient education. Sp

(5) This clinical course prepares the student to assume the role of the dental assistant in the private office. Includes extramural clinical rotations. Sp

(3) This course introduces the theories and techniques of chairside assisting in the dental specialties. Also includes the manipulation and uses of dental materials and the exposure processing, and mounting of dental radiographs utilized in the dental specialties. Sp

This course prepares the student to assume the role of the expanded functions dental assistant in a clinical setting. Restorative dental procedures utilized in dentistry are presented. Emphasis of course content will be placed on correct utilization and placement of dental dam and the application of specific types of dental materials such as amalgam and composite restorations.
Prerequisite: DTHY 314 - Oral Anatomy