Undergraduate Catalog - University of Louisiana at Monroe

2012-2013 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG
4096. DIRECTED STUDY – SELECTED TOPICS. 1-3 cr. 6 cr.
maximum. Directed study and/or research in selected areas
of dance. Prerequisite: approval of department head. F, Sp, Su
(Formerly DANC 491E)
DENTAL HYGIENE
(DHYG)
Required for a major: 3018, 3019, 3020, 3021, 3022,
3023, 3024, 3025, 3026, 3027, 4014, 4015, 4016, 4017,
4019, 4020, 4021, 4022, 4024, 4027, 4028, 4029, 4033,
4034—Total of 57 semester hours.
1001. INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL HYGIENE. 1 cr. An introduction
to Dental Hygiene including an overview of the normal oral cavity,
common pathological conditions, preventive measures, dental
hygiene education, and community dentistry. F,Sp
3018. ORAL HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY. 1 cr. Microscopic
studies with emphasis on development of the tissues and
structures of the head, neck and oral cavity. Prerequisites: credit
or registration in 3019; Dental Hygiene 3020, 3021, 3022, 3023 or
permission of department head.
3019. ORAL HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY LAB. 1 cr. A
laboratory course to accompany 3018. Two hours laboratory.
Prerequisite: credit or registration in 3018 or permission of
department head.
3020. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE ORIENTATION. 2 cr. An
orientation course designed to provide dental hygiene students
with basic didactic background required for entry into the first
clinical level of basic patient care. Prerequisite: registration in
3021. F
3021. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE TECHNIQUE. 2 cr. An
introduction to basic clinical techniques required for entry into the
first clinical level of basic patient care. Designed to accompany
3020. Prerequisite: registration in 3020. F
3022. DENTAL ANATOMY. 3 cr. The study of the anatomical,
morphological and physiological characteristics of the human
dentition. A laboratory component includes the identification and
differentiation between various anatomical landmarks of the teeth. F
3023. HEAD AND NECK ANATOMY. 3 cr. Designed to give the
students a basic knowledge and understanding of head and
neck anatomy. This includes terminology, osteology, and basic
physiology, with special emphasis on the oral cavity. F
3024. GENERAL AND ORAL PATHOLOGY. 3 cr. This course is
designed to introduce the student to current concepts relative
to the pathophysiologic mechanisms of human disease. The
student is expected to acquire a fundamental knowledge of
diagnostic principles regarding systemic disease in general and
oral diseases in particular, as well as conceptual knowledge of
treatment and prognostic principles. Prerequisites: 3020, 3021,
3022, 3023; registration in 3025, 3026. Sp
3025. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE. 2 cr. A continuation of 3021.
Concentration on the assessment, treatment and evaluation
of patients demonstrating dental health to minimal disease.
Implementation of preventive procedures to maintain dental
health. Prerequisites: 3018-3019, 3020, 3021, 3022, 3023;
registration in 3026. Sp
3026. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE LECTURE. 3 cr. A didactic course
to accompany 3025 presenting information and techniques
pertinent to the treatment of clinic patients. Concentration on
dental health education, prevention of disease, evaluation
and classification of oral conditions and introduction to dental
emergencies. Prerequisite: registration in 3025. Sp
3027. ORAL RADIOLOGY. 2 cr. The study of the principles and
theories of the x-ray machine. The technique of taking,
processing and mounting dental x-ray film. Examination of the
teeth and surrounding tissue through evaluation of x-ray and
diagnostic models. Prerequisites: 3020, 3021, 3022, 3023;
registration in 3025, 3026. Sp
DENTAL HYGIENE 187
4014. PERIODONTOLOGY. 3 cr. The study of normal and abnormal
periodontium, the etiology of periodontal disease including systemic
factors, immune response and pathogenesis of plaque related
factors. Diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planning are applied
to the various classifications of periodontal diseases. Prerequisites:
DHYG 4015, 4016, 4017; registration in 4021, 4022. F
4015. DENTAL MATERIALS AND DENTAL ASSISTING. 2 cr. This
course will introduce the student to materials used in dentistry
and their application. Students will apply this knowledge in the
laboratory where they will demonstrate specific laboratory and
clinical procedures. Dental Assisting and laboratory functions
will be demonstrated. Prerequisites: Completion of all 3000 level
Dental Hygiene courses; registration in 4016, 4017. Su
4016. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE. 1 cr. A continuation of 3025.
Application of didactic and clinical techniques to patient
experiences involving healthy patients or those with minimal
disease. Prerequisite: registration in 4017. Su
4017. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE LECTURE. 1 cr. A lecture to
accompany Dental Hygiene 4016 and a continuation of Dental
Hygiene 3026. Emphasis will be placed on the evaluation and
conditions, dental restorations as they relate to these conditions
and occlusion. Prerequisite: registration in 4016. Su
4018. DENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION. 2 cr. Principles of dental health in
individual and group situations. Understanding the use of teaching
methods, materials, and visual aids for individuals of al ages.
Prerequisites: 4014, 4015, 4016, 4017; registration in 4021, 4022.
4019. COMMUNITY AND PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY. 2 cr. The
analysis, prevention and control of dental disease using a
community approach. Includes information and skills necessary
to assess community needs. Prerequisites: 4014, 4015, 4016,
4017; registration in 4021, 4022. F
4020. COMMUNITY AND PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY FIELD
EXPERIENCE. 2 cr. Continuation of 4019. Primary focus is
the application of public health principles through selected field
experiences in current aspects of community dental health
including needs assessment, program planning, and follow-up
assessment of program success. Prerequisites: 4019, 4021,
4022, 4024, 4033; registration in 4028, 4029. Sp
4021. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE. 5 cr. A continuation of Dental
Hygiene 4016. Clinical experiences with a variety of patients
including pediatric, geriatric, and medically and developmentally
compromised. Emphasis on the treatment of the patient with early
periodontal disease. Prerequisites: 4015, 4016, 4017; registration
in 4014 and 4022. F
4022. CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE LECTURE. 2 cr. Course to
accompany 4021 presenting information and techniques pertinent
to the assessment and treatment of a variety of dental hygiene
patients. Emphasis on techniques and equipment used in the
treatment of periodontal disease. Consideration of caries and
periodontal tests and nutritional information in the treatment of
clinic patients. Prerequisite: registration in 4021. F
4023. SEMINAR. 2 cr. Application of basic dental and dental hygiene
sciences in developing patient treatment plans. Emphasis will
be placed on the evaluation and synthesis of various treatment
modalities for optimal patient care. Prerequisites: 4014, 4015,
4016, 4017; registration in 4021, 4022. Sp
4024-4025. DENTAL HYGIENE PRACTICUM. 3 cr. each. Introduction
to dental hygiene educational philosophy and instructional
techniques. Methods of teaching, seminar discussions, practical
experiences in clinical and laboratory teaching and evaluation,
program development. Prerequisites for 4024: 4014, 4015, 4016,
4017; registration in 4021, 4022. Prerequisites for 4025: 4019,
4021, 4024, 4031, 4033; registration in 4028, 4029. Sp
4026. SURVEY OF DENTAL SPECIALTIES. 1 cr. Students learn
the techniques used in the various specialties of dentistry
such as periodontics, orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery,
prosthodontics, and hospital dentistry as they relate to the
treatment of pediatric and geriatric patients. Prerequisites: 4019,
4021, 4022, 4031; registration in 4028, 4029, 4033.