DHYG 258 Oral Disease Prevention

2 credits

Students are introduced to basic principles of dental diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. Students will learn concepts of preventive oral health and patient oral self-care.

Prerequisites: All Quarter 2 DHYG BAS courses

Corequisites: All Quarter 3 DHYG BAS courses

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Explain the dental caries process and its treatment and prevention strategies
Describe types of fluorides, their applications, and their relation to the caries process
List and explain anti-microbial medicaments in the treatment of dental disease
Describe the process of dentinal hypersensitivity and its treatment options
Explain the importance of dental sealants and their application procedure for the prevention of dental caries
Describe the processes, uses, and potential side effects of tooth whitening and coronal polish
Identify the various intraoral stains, their etiology, and methods of removal
Assess the patient’s individual needs and make appropriate recommendations for post-operative care for healing of the periodontal tissues
Describe the proper use and limitations of oral hygiene aids, such as tooth brush and floss
Make appropriate recommendations to the dental patient regarding oral hygiene aids and medicaments after identifying the patient’s oral conditions
Apply Caries Risk Assessment to individual patient care

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcome:

be prepared to successfully complete all licensing exams required to practice in Washington State and obtain an entry-level position as a dental hygienist

Total Hours: 20 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 20