Designed to allow the student to become familiar with various teaching methodologies. Emphasis is placed on preventive counseling and working in the community as a professional person. Practical experience related through clinical dental hygiene. A study of the identification and function of the major bones, nerves, muscles and vascular tissue associated with the head and neck. The study of disease and conditions affecting the oral cavity, including systemic disorders, etiology, characteristics and treatment.
Stress is on current research screening procedures and cancer detection.
A study of different types of nutrients and their utilization by the human body. Strong emphasis is placed on relating nutrition to preventive counseling and plaque control procedures. DENH 165.0 Overview of local, state and federal organizations and public health programs with emphasis on community health program planning. Introduction to research methodology and the critique of dental literature included. Seminar time allotted for evaluation of extramural experiences, student case presentations and board reviews.