DAS 102 Dental Sciences I

4 credits

Students will be learning the basics of dental sciences related to dental materials, armamentarium, infection control, and the management of medical emergencies. They will learn to identify common dental materials and their structure, composition, manipulation and scientific properties. During lab use, the students will learn the importance of proper storage, application, maintenance and safety protocols for various dental materials. Sterilization procedures and infection control are introduced. Students will also learn about common medical emergencies and how to manage them. The lab portion of this course will take the basic principles and theories learned in lectures and apply them in simulated and live patient experiences.

Prerequisites: ABED 40 or AHSE 56 (or placement into MATH 87 or AHSE 66 or higher) and ABED 46 (or placement into ENGL 93 or higher)

Corequisites: DAS 101 and DAS 105

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

Demonstrate proper sterilization process and infection control procedures that are compliant with OSHA, WISHA and the CDC rules and regulations 
Recognize medical conditions that may cause a medical emergency or complications during dental care 
Identify dental materials and relate them to their different procedures
Describe product safety information
Fabricate various types of dental models
Demonstrate proficiency in mixing different cements and liners
Explain armamentarium needed for different types of procedures
Demonstrate competency in preparing dental materials for procedures

Total Hours: 70 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 60