DHYG 1420 - Dental Hygiene Seminar I

Credits: 2
Students analyze patient assessment data, prepare dental hygiene diagnoses and design dental hygiene care plans for physically compromised, geriatric, pediatric and culturally diverse clients. Students practice selection, use and maintenance of area specific and implant instruments and powered scalers. Students demonstrate topical, non-injectable, and desensitizing techniques for client comfort. Students practice professional and legal documentation. Techniques learned in class will be utilized in DHYG 1425.

Prerequisite: Completion of DHYG 1410.