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In this course, the students will utilize dental practice management software
<br />for electronic data collection, as well as financial and treatment record
<br />keeping, In this course, the students will identify the responsibilities of the
<br />dental hygienist within a dental practice. The students will recognize the
<br />complexity of patient care as it applies to creating and understanding
<br />concept maps. The students will discuss and propose a plan to use
<br />calendars, time management, prioritizing and organizational skills to
<br />increase productivity.
<br />DH140: Dental Hygiene Process of Care
<br />Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0
<br />This introduces students to employ critical decision -making skills to reach
<br />conclusions about the patient's needs related to oral health and disease that
<br />fall within the dental hygiene scope of practice. Students will learn how to
<br />work with the dentist to Integrate their respective diagnoses and treatment
<br />plans Into a single comprehensive plan that requires a full spectrum of
<br />professional knowledge, skills and judgments. This collaborative relationship
<br />between the dental hygienist and dentist ensures that the comprehensive
<br />treatment needs of the patient will be identified, evaluated and addressed.
<br />DH2O3: Periodontology
<br />Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0
<br />This course will cover periodontal anatomy, normal periodontal tissues,
<br />etiology, pathology, and clinical manifestations of periodontal disease. It will
<br />also address periodontal therapy, including preventive, surgical and non-
<br />surgical methods. Specific topics will include periodontal disease complexity,
<br />prevention of the disease, treatment, drug therapy, and osseous integration.
<br />DH2O7: Dental Hygiene Seminar
<br />Credit Hours: 2,00 Clock Hours: 30/0/0
<br />This course is developed for second -year students to obtain new information
<br />regarding dental hygiene procedures or practice. The focus is on advanced
<br />student presentation evaluation. Special emphasis is on presentation
<br />and discussion of such topics as case histories, treatment plans, and
<br />preventive measures.
<br />DH2O9: Nutrition
<br />Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0
<br />Basic principles of chemistry, biochemistry, and nutrition in health and
<br />disease with emphasis on the relationship between nutrition and dental
<br />caries or periodontal disease. Focus is on nutritional counseling in
<br />preventive dentistry.
<br />DH224: Dental Public Health
<br />Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0
<br />Integration of basic dental public health procedures and dental health
<br />instruction as they apply in clinical and community settings. Topics
<br />include fluoridation, dental sealants, dental screenings, planning and
<br />operation of community health programs, and dental health promotion and
<br />education activities.
<br />DH226: Dental Law/Ethics
<br />Credit Hours: 2.00 Clock Hours: 30/0/0
<br />This course covers the fundamentals of law and ethics for healthcare careers.
<br />It concentrates on workplace liabilities and legalities, the law and court
<br />system, malpractice, medical records, and Informed consented bioethlcs.
<br />Other components of this course will be surveyed briefly throughout
<br />the semester.
<br />DH260: Cultural Diversity
<br />Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0
<br />This course provides an understanding of cultural diversity in the U.S.
<br />workforce, emphasizing practical guidelines for Incorporating cultural
<br />understanding In public health settings with respect to issues of health
<br />disparities In the United States. Topics Include cultural differences in the
<br />healthcare workplace, valuing and managing diversity, and the development
<br />and implementation of culturally appropriate programs.
<br />DH277: Board Review
<br />Credit Hours: 4.00 Clock Hours: 60/0/0
<br />This course is designed to give students the necessary knowledge and
<br />practice to successfully take and pass the National Board Dental
<br />Hygiene Examination.
<br />DHCA1101: Medical and Dental Emergencies
<br />Credit Hours: 1.00 Clock Hours: 15/0/0
<br />This course is developed for the student to obtain new information regarding
<br />assessment and management of emergencies in a dental office.
<br />DHCA1203: Dental Anatomy/Tooth Morphology
<br />Credit Hours: 2,00 Clock Hours: 30/0/0
<br />This course emphasizes the anatomical structures of the head and neck and
<br />tooth morphology for the Dental Hygiene student. Course content includes
<br />the study of osteology, musculature, neurology, vasculature, Lymph, Glands
<br />and nerves of the head and neck. Prerequisites: BIOL1431, BIOL1411,
<br />BIOL1421
<br />DHCA 1208: Head & Neck Anatomy
<br />Credit Hours: 2.5 Clock Hours: 40/0/0
<br />This course emphasizes the anatomical structures of the head and neck.
<br />Course content includes the study of osteology, musculature, neurology,
<br />vasculature, Lymph, Glands and nerves of the head and neck. Prerequisites:
<br />BIOL1431, BIOL1411, BIOL1421
<br />DHCA1307: General and Maxillofacial Pathology
<br />Credit Hours: 3.00 Clock Hours: 45/0/0
<br />This course provides the student with practical information to aid in the
<br />diagnosis of oral injury and disease. The focus is on etiology, clinical features,
<br />treatment, and prognosis.
<br />DH1401: Dental Radiography
<br />Credit Hours: 4.00 Clock Hours: 45/45/0
<br />In this course, the student relates the essential theory of radiography to
<br />practice and applies basic radiographic techniques utilized in dental hygiene.
<br />The student analyzes radiographic films, interprets and Identifies anatomical
<br />landmarks, radiographic quality and abnormalities. Students appraise the
<br />value of new technologies In radiography
<br />DHCA1405: Pre -Clinic II
<br />Credit Hours: 4.00 Clock Hours: 30/80/0
<br />2020-2021 Garden Grove Catalog I Publication Date: November 30, 2020 1 Effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021
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