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Dental Hygiene Courses
 
Allied Health Tech Seminar   TAH99 - Allied Health Tech Seminar    
         
  This course will familiarize students with their technology and with factors that influence academic, professional, and career success.  
         
  Prerequistes: None  
  Co-Requistes: None  
         
  Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0  

Clinical Dental Hygiene I   DHY 101 Clinical Dental Hygiene I    
         
  A clinical experience course designed for the practical application of the didactic information presented in DHY 111 - Dental Hygiene Fundamentals I. The seminar aspect will allow time for problem-solving and sharing clinical experiences.  
         
  Prerequistes: BIO 120  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 6  

Clinical Dental Hygiene II   DHY 102 Clinical Dental Hygiene II    
         
  A clinical experience course designed for practical application of the didactic information presented in DHY 111 Dental Hygiene Fundamentals I and DHY 112 - Dental Hygiene Fundamentals II.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 101  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 10  

Clinical Dental Hygiene III   DHY 103 Clinical Dental Hygiene III    
         
  A clinical experience incorporating all past and current knowledge and techniques learned in related dental hygiene courses, into the treatment of all types of patients. The seminar aspect will permit a time for problem solving and clinical experience sharing.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 102  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 6  

Dental Hygiene Fundamentals   DHY 111 Dental Hygiene Fundamentals    
         
  An introduction to dental hygiene care focusing on clinic preparation procedures, patient assessment, and principles of instrumentation. This course also incorporates medical emergencies in the dental setting and initial supplemental procedures for patient care.  
         
  Prerequistes: CHM 110  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0  

Dental Hygiene Fundamentals II   DHY 112 Dental Hygiene Fundamentals II    
         
  A continuation of DHY 111 Dental Hygiene Fundamentals I to develop new skills appropriate to dental hygiene treatment. The course focuses upon various patient populations, the characteristics, common treatment needs, and patient management. Additional areas include ethical and legal issues of dental hygiene care.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 111  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3  

Oral Histology & Embryology   DHY 121 Oral Histology & Embryology    
         
  The course deals with the study of oral mucosa, the periodontium, dental tissues, the tongue, and salivary glands. Areas of focus include the function, gross anatomy, clinical characteristics, and microscopic features of these oral tissues. Additionally, embryologic development and tooth development and eruption are covered.  
         
  Prerequistes: BIO 120  
       
         
  Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1.5  

Dental Anatomy   DHY 132 Dental Anatomy (8 weeks)    
         
  This course deals with the study of the gross anatomy of the dentition and surface structures of the head and neck region. Major topics include morphology of permanent and primary dentition, occlusal concepts, and surface anatomical landmarks.  
         
  Prerequistes: BIO 120  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 1.5 Lecture Hours: 1.5 Lab Hours: 0.8  

Head and Neck Anatomy   DHY 133 Head & Neck Anatomy (8 weeks)    
         
  This course deals with the study of the gross anatomy of the structure in the head and neck region. Major topics include bones, muscles, the temporomandibular joint, cranial nerves, blood supply, venous drainage, and lymphatic drainage.  
         
  Prerequistes: BIO 120  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 1.5 Lecture Hours: 1.5 Lab Hours: 0.5  

Oal Radiography   DHY 141 Oral Radiography    
         
  The course lectures will provide an introduction to the principles, theories, and techniques of dental oral radiography. The laboratory exercises deal with the exposing, processing, mounting and evaluation of dental radiographs for the development of clinical radiographic skills. The paralleling technique will be stressed.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 133  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2  

Periodontolgy and Cariology   DHY 151 Periodontology/Cariology    
         
  This course is designed to study two diseases which affect a patient's oral health. Emphasis will be directed to the dental hygienist's role in the prevention and treatment of periodontal diseases and dental cares. Advanced treatment planning philosophies will be introduced for these diseases.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 121  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0  

Oral Pathology   DHY 161 Oral Pathology    
         
  A study of the etiology, clinical signs and symptoms, and treatment of pathological conditions related to the oral cavity. Emphasis is also placed on the interaction between oral pathology and systemic pathology.  
         
  Prerequistes: BIO 121  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0  

Clinical Dental Hygiene IV   DHY 204 Clinical Dental Hygiene IV    
         
  A clinical experience incorporating all past and current knowledge and techniques learned in related dental hygiene courses into the treatment of all types of patients. The seminar aspect will permit time for problem solving and sharing clinical experience.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 103  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 13  

Clincial Dental Hygiene V   DHY 205 Clinical Dental Hygiene V    
         
  A final course in clinical techniques to develop all aspects previously learned in total patient care. The seminar aspect will permit time for problem solving and sharing clinical experiences.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 204  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 16  

The Compromised Dental Patient   DHY 212 The Compromised Dental Patient    
         
  A seminar and clinic lab focusing on the needs and treatment of the mentally, physically, and medically compromised patient. The course will include a variety of lectures, discussions, films, laboratory exercises, field trips, and clinical sessions.  
         
  Prerequistes: BIO 125  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 1.5 Lecture Hours: 1.5 Lab Hours: 1  

Advanced Clinical Techniques   DHY 213 Advanced Clinical Techniques    
         
  The course lectures will provide information on additional clinical techniques building on skills introduced in radiography, periodontology and previous clinical courses. The laboratory portion will supplement the lecture portion and include skills related to the areas of oral radiography, periodontology, and clinical dental hygiene practice.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 141  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2  

Nutrition and Dental Care   DHY 214 Nutrition/Dental Care    
         
  A course in the fundamental principles and practices that are essential in nutritional care to maintain health and prevent illness. Topics will include the role nutrients in preserving health, diet analysis and counseling, the role of nutrition in dental health, and contemporary nutrition controversies.  
         
  Prerequistes: CHM 110  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0  

Practice Management   DHY 215 Practice Management (8 weeks)    
         
  A course designed to assist the student seeking a professional career in dental hygiene. Emphasis will be placed on interview skills, legal implications, professional organizations, alternative practice settings, and dental office management.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 212  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0  

Pharmacolgy for Dental Hygiene   DHY 271 Pharmacology for Dental Hygiene (10 weeks)    
         
  This course is designed to supply students with a basic understanding of pharmacologic principles and therapeutic applications to health care. Special emphasis is placed upon therapeutic agents used in the dental practice as well as other agents which may impact the practice of dental hygiene.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 112  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 1.5 Lecture Hours: 1.5 Lab Hours: 0  

Operating and Special Dental   DHY 281 Operating and Special Dental (8 weeks)    
         
  A lecture and laboratory series in the concepts of operative dentistry including chemical and physical properties of materials. This course also includes information on procedures in specialty areas of the dental practice.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 213  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0.5  

Community Dental Health   DHY 290 Community Dental Health    
         
  This course focuses on health care problems and systems within the community setting. Content includes addressing health needs through assessment, planning, and evaluation of dental health programs.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 112  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0  

Community Dental Health Fieldwork   DHY 291 Community Dental Health Fieldwork    
         
  This course focuses on field work experiences to provide direct involvement with community members. Content addressing dental health needs through assessment, planning, and evaluation of programs.  
         
  Prerequistes: DHY 290  
  Co-Requistes:  
         
  Credit Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2