DHYG - DENTAL HYGIENE/HYGIENIST

DHYG 110. Preclinical Dental Hygiene 3 cr.

Basic scientific principles and current theory, prevention of disease transmission, ethical and professional treatment of patients, clinical learning preparation, and introduction to comprehensive patient care. Offered concurrently with DHYG 112 to provide dental hygiene students with introductory knowledge, skills and attitudes to function in the clinical setting. Prerequisites: ENGL 111G, MATH 120 or OEHO 116, CHEM 210, OEHO 154, OEHO 225, OEHO 253.

DHYG 114. Oral Histology and Embryology 2 cr.

Introduction and description of general histology and embryology with emphasis on the microscopic structures of enamel, dentin, pulp, cementum, periodontal ligament, bone, oral mucosa, epithelial attachment and development of orofacial structures. Prerequisites: ENGL 111G, MATH 120 or OEHO 116, CHEM 210, OEHO 154, OEHO 225, OEHO 253.

DHYG 116. Head, Neck, Dental Anatomy 4 cr. (3P)

Comprehensive study of the anatomy of the head and neck regions, including skeletal, nervous, circulatory, lymphatic, and muscular systems. A detailed study of nomenclature, morphologic characteristics, and physiologic relationships of human primary and permanent teeth as related to the clinical practice of dental hygiene. Laboratory activities develop observation and dexterity skills. Prerequisites: ENGL 111G, MATH 120 or OEHO 116, CHEM 210, OEHO 154, OEHO 225, OEHO 253.

DHYG 118. Dental Radiology 3 cr. (2+3P)

Study of radiation physics, hygiene and safety theories. Fundamentals of oral radiographic techniques and interpretation of radiographs. Includes exposure of intra-oral radiographs, quality assurance, radiographic interpretation, patient selection criteria, ancillary radiographic techniques and application to dental hygiene treatment. Prerequisites: ENGL 111G, MATH 120 or OEHO 116, CHEM 210, OEHO 154, OEHO 225, OEHO 253.

DHYG 120. Dental Hygiene Theory I 3 cr.

Continuation of the theoretical basis for dental hygiene clinical practice. Emphasis on emergency care, planning dental hygiene care, health promotion and disease prevention, oral rehabilitation and care of appliances, modifications of dental hygiene care through the life-span, and an introduction to medically comprised patients. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 110, DHYG 112, DHYG 114, DHYG 116, DHYG 118.

DHYG 122. Clinical Dental Hygiene I 3 cr. (12P)

Application of dental hygiene procedures on a variety of clinical patients under direct supervision of faculty. Emphasis on patient assessment and diagnosis, treatment procedures, appointment planning and prevention techniques. Theory is simultaneously related to practical experience. Offered concurrently with DHYG 120. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 110, DHYG 112, DHYG 114, DHYG 116, DHYG 118.

DHYG 124. General and Oral Pathology 3 cr.

Introduction to general pathology with focused study of diseases and disorders of the oral cavity and their interrelationship with body systems; developmental anomalies of the teeth and jaws; manifestations of disease in the oral cavity, head and neck. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 110, DHYG 112, DHYG 114, DHYG 116, DHYG 118.

DHYG 126. Periodontology 3 cr.

Study of normal and diseased periodontium to include the structural, functional and environmental factors. Emphasis on etiology, pathology, evaluation of disease, treatment modalities, and therapeutic and preventative periodontics relative to the hygienist's role as a co-therapist in a contemporary practice setting. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 110, DHYG 112, DHYG 114, DHYG 116, DHYG 118.

DHYG 132. Clinical Dental Hygiene II 0-1 cr. (0.5+3.5P)

Continuation of clinical skills, patient assessment and diagnosis, treatment and appointment planning, preventive techniques and application of dental hygiene procedures at an intermediate level under the direct supervision of faculty. Clinical-based instruction helps students synthesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, and gain experience managing the workflow. Theory is simultaneously related to practical experience. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 120, DHYG 122, DHYG 124, DHYG 126.

DHYG 134. Dental Materials 3 cr. (2+3P)

Study of the composition, chemical and physical properties, manipulations, and uses of dental materials. Emphasis on materials and procedures for which the dental hygienist is directly responsible. Laboratory experiences include application and manipulation of various materials used in dentistry. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 120, DHYG 122, DHYG 124, DHYG 126.

DHYG 210. Dental Hygiene Theory III 2 cr.

Advanced theory of dental hygiene and information on periodontal therapies relative to the hygienist's role as a co-therapist in clinical practice. Continuation of the study of dental hygiene care for medically comprised patients and an introduction to special needs patients. Restricted to DHYG majors. Offered concurrently with DHYG 212. Corequisites: DHYG 212, DHYG 214, DHYG 216, DHYG 218. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 132, DHYG 134, and SOC 101 (or equivalent).

DHYG 212. Clinical Dental Hygiene III 4 cr. (16P)

Continuation of clinical skills, patient assessment and diagnosis, treatment and appointment planning, preventive techniques and applications of dental hygiene procedures at the intermediate to competent level under supervision of faculty. Emphasis on dental hygiene treatment for the medically compromised and periodontally involved patients. Theory is simultaneously related to practical experience. Offered concurrently with DHYG 210. Restricted to DHYG majors. Corequisites: DHYG 210, DHYG 214, DHYG 216, DHYG 218. Prerequisite: C or above in DHYG 132, DHYG 134, and SOC 101 ( or equivalent).

DHYG 214. Dental Pharmacology 3 cr.

Study of the pharmacologic aspects of drugs and drug groups with which the dentist and dental hygienist are directly and indirectly concerned. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, origin, physical and chemical properties, preparation, modes of administration and effects of drugs upon the body systems. Restricted to DHYG majors. Corequisites: DHYG 210, DHYG 212, DHYG 216, DHYG, 218. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 132 and DHYG 134.

DHYG 216. Dental Public Health Education 3 cr.

Study of principles and concepts of community public health and dental health education. Emphasis on dental epidemiology and statistical methods, community assessment, educational planning, implementation, and evaluation, scientific review of literature, and classroom presentation. Restricted to DHYG majors. Corequisites: DHYG 210, DHYG 212, DHYG 214, DHYG, 218. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 132 and DHYG 134.

DHYG 218. Pain and Anxiety Management 3 cr. (2+4P)

Study of the application of various physical, chemical, and psychological modalities to the prevention and treatment of preoperative and postoperative patient anxiety and pain. Emphasis on administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide. Restricted to DHYG majors. Corequisites: DHYG 210, DHYG 212, DHYG 214, DHYG, 216. Prerequisites: C or above in DHYG 132 and DHYG 134.