Lecture course in the procedure and instrumentation for the treatment in periodontics, pediatric dentistry and orthodontic. Advanced Practice Lab 1 credit Lab course designed to give students the opportunity to perfect their skills in the areas taught first and second quarter. Practical Lab Applications III 3.5 credits Involves rotation through the Campus Dental Clinic while assisting in traditional and expanded skills as assigned and a two hour weekly lecture to include class projects, written assignments and tests. Introduces students to basic business administration procedures for the dental office including computerized record keeping. Students have externships in assigned dental practices in the community and the Campus Dental Clinic.
Students integrate with the dental staff as contributing members of the dental team.
Emphasis is on application of content taught in the program to include professionalism, chairside assisting skills and patient management. DENT 181 Advanced Theory 2 credits Review and testing to help prepare the student for the Dental Assisting National Board Examination to become a Certified Dental Assistant. Students also review clinical externship experiences and evaluations.