DA 108 Dental Health Education 2

This course covers the practical application of preventive dentistry concepts and case presentation tools. Includes alginate impressions, patient motivation, coronal polishing, fluoride application, nutritional counseling, the recognition of normal and abnormal oral conditions and community service programs.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to the Dental Assisting program

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify areas of change for personal growth in "wellness" lifestyle
2. Plan appropriate oral hygiene presentation for a target group
3. Apply correct procedures to effectively perform coronal polishing
4. Apply knowledge of oral pathology terms and conditions in order to identify lesions or abnormalities