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DHYG 114 PRINCIPLES & ISSUES IN
DENTAL HYGIENE I
2CR
This course introduces the student to dental hygiene. Current concepts of dental
hygiene practice are examined with emphasis on the problem-solving process,
professional ethics, and the responsibilities of the dental hygienist to the
profession. Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Hygiene program. Corequisites:
DHYG 111, DHYG 112, DHYG 113, DHYG 115, DHYG 116, DHYG 118, DHYG 119.
DHYG 115 HEAD AND NECK ANATOMY 2CR
In this course students are introduced to structures of the head and neck and
the oral cavity. The course focuses on the healthy, normal end of the health/
disease continuum and provides a foundation for further dental science study.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Hygiene program. Corequisites: DHYG 111,
DHYG 112, DHYG 113, DHYG 114, DHYG 116, DHYG 118, DHYG 119.
DHYG 116 RADIOLOGY 3CR
This course introduces radiology as a diagnostic aid, and includes the concepts
and principles of x-radiation, x-ray generation and radiation protection.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Hygiene program.
DHYG 118 PERIODONTOLOGY I 2CR
This course studies the function of the healthy, normal end of the health/
disease continuum of the periodontal structures. Prerequisite: Admission to
the Dental Hygiene program.
DHYG 119 TOOTH MORPHOLOGY 2CR
Students are introduced to different aspects of the primary and secondary human
dentition. Focuses on the healthy, normal end of the health/disease continuum
and provides a foundation for further dental science study. Prerequisite: Admission
to the Dental Hygiene program.
DHYG 121 PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY 2CR
This course introduces students to basic principles of dental diseases and
conditions of the oral cavity. Students will learn concepts of preventive oral
health, patient oral self-care, and ergonomics for the dental practitioner.
Prerequisites: DHYG 111, DHYG 112, DHYG 113, DHYG 114, DHYG 115, DHYG 116,
DHYG 118, DHYG 119. Corequisites: DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 124,
DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139.
DHYG 122 DENTAL HYGIENE PRACTICE II 8CR
This lecture and lab course is a continuation of Dental Hygiene Practice I. The
concepts of teaching, learning, and problem solving are integrated into clinical
practice. Prerequisites: DHYG 111, DHYG 112, DHYG 113, DHYG 114, DHYG 115,
DHYG 116, DHYG 118, DHYG 119. Corequisites: DHYG 121, DHYG 123, DHYG 124,
DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139.
DHYG 123 RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY II 1CR
This course is a continuation of DHYG 113, Restorative Dentistry I, and builds
on previously introduced principles of restorative dentistry and corresponding
armamentarium. Students learn additional dental hygiene skills related to the
placement of amalgam, composite and temporary restorations. Prerequisites:
DHYG 111, DHYG 112, DHYG 113, DHYG 114, DHYG 115, DHYG 116, DHYG 118,
DHYG 119. Corequisites: DHYG 121, DHYG 122, DHYG 124, DHYG 127, DHYG 137,
DHYG 139.
DHYG 124 PRINCIPLES & ISSUES IN
DENTAL HYGIENE II
1CR
This course introduces the student to concepts of research-based dental hygiene
practice and health promotion. Principles of research are examined as a basis for
the analysis and critique of professional literature. Students observe and report
on a dental hygienist in private practice. Prerequisites: DHYG 111, DHYG 112,
DHYG 113, DHYG 114, DHYG 115, DHYG 116, DHYG 118, DHYG 119. Corequisites:
DHYG 121, DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139.
Course Descriptions
DHYG 127 HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY 2CR
In this course students broaden their focus of the health-disease continuum
through the study of histology and embryology. Students study human
development from conception to birth, with emphasis on structures of the
head and neck. Prerequisites: DHYG 111, DHYG 112, DHYG 113, DHYG 114,
DHYG 115, DHYG 116, DHYG 118, DHYG 119. Corequisites: DHYG 121, DHYG 122,
DHYG 123, DHYG 124, DHYG 137, DHYG 139.
DHYG 132 DENTAL HYGIENE PRACTICE III 7CR
This lecture and lab course is a continuation of Dental Hygiene Practice
II. Students expand their focus to include unhealthy and abnormal
oral conditions and the special needs of patients in today’s diversified
communities. Prerequisites: DHYG 121, DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 124,
DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139. Corequisites: DHYG 133, DHYG 134, DHYG 135,
DHYG 136, DHYG 138.
DHYG 133 RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY III 1CR
This laboratory course builds on the skills introduced in Restorative Dentistry I
and II. Students develop restorative dentistry skills by practicing on mannequins
in preparation for patient clinics during the summer program. Prerequisites:
DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 124, DHYG 125, DHYG 127, DHYG 139, DENT 126.
DHYG 134 PRINCIPLES AND ISSUES IN
DENTAL HYGIENE III
2CR
This course focuses on concepts of wellness and research-based dental hygiene
practice. The student is introduced to the special needs of patients, dental
specialties, and to the concept of multi-disciplinary health care consultations
and referrals. Prerequisites: DHYG 121, DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 124,
DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139. Corequisites: DHYG 132, DHYG 133, DHYG 135,
DHYG 136, DHYG 138.
DHYG 135 COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH I 3CR
Students study the health/disease continuum from the viewpoint of the
community, basic concepts of community dental health, and the community
dental health process of care model. Students examine multi-cultural issues and
attitudes regarding dental care. Prerequisites: DHYG 121, DHYG 122, DHYG 123,
DHYG 124, DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139. Corequisites: DHYG 132, DHYG 133,
DHYG 134, DHYG 136, DHYG 138.
DHYG 136 PHARMACOLOGY 2CR
Students are introduced to general principles of pharmacology, including
terminology, drug action and uses, physiological and therapeutic effects,
classification, interactions, side effects, and oral manifestations. Drugs
encountered in dentistry are emphasized. Prerequisites: DHYG 122, DHYG 123,
DHYG 124, DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139. Corequisites: DHYG 132, DHYG 133,
DHYG 134, DHYG 135, DHYG 138.
DHYG 137 RADIOGRAPHIC INTERPRETATION 2CR
In this course students take and interpret radiographs on clinical patients to
assist with the dental hygiene diagnosis. Prerequisites: DHYG 111, DHYG 112,
DHYG 113, DHYG 114, DHYG 116, DHYG 118, DHYG 119. Corequisites: DHYG 121,
DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 124, DHYG 127, DHYG 139.
DHYG 138 PAIN CONTROL 2CR
Students study topics pertinent to pain control in a dental office setting. General
concepts of pain perception, pharmacology of pain control drugs, and nitrous
oxide sedation are presented and discussed. Students learn to evaluate each
client for appropriate pain control drug choices and/or techniques. Prerequisites:
DHYG 121, DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 124, DHYG 127, DHYG 137, DHYG 139.
Corequisites: DHYG 132, DHYG 133, DHYG 134, DHYG 135, DHYG 136.
DHYG 139 PATHOLOGY I 2CR
This course builds on the science foundation established in DHYG 118 and
DHYG 127.The focus along the health/disease continuum shifts towards
basic concepts of disease. General concepts of pathology and periodontal
pathology are discussed. Prerequisites: DHYG 111, DHYG 112, DHYG 113,
DHYG 114, DHYG 115, DHYG 116, DHYG 118, DENT 119. Corequisites:
DHYG 121, DHYG 122, DHYG 123, DHYG 124, DHYG 127, DHYG 137.
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Course Descriptions
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