Students practice intra-oral techniques on manikins with emphasis on radiation safety practices and techniques. This course seeks to familiarize the student with selected teaching techniques and organized teaching programs having direct application to dental health education concepts. The study of microscopic anatomy of the oral tissues. This course serves as an introduction to DH 129 Oral Pathology. The study of oral diseases and recognition of conditions that may require consultation and treatment by a dentist prior to, or concurrent with dental hygiene procedures.
Instruction includes the use of ultrasonics and advanced techniques.
Job search skills and stress management included. Activities will correlate to DH 201. Laboratory activities in expanded functions. Activities correlate to DH 202. Nitrous oxide sedation included, plus simulated private practice and mock board activities.