DHYG 412 Advanced Dental Hygiene Theory V

3 credits

The fifth in a series of seven linked courses to build upon fundamental concepts of dental hygiene and incorporate complex dental hygiene theory, science, and practice management for patients with a higher degree of difficulty and periodontal involvement.

Prerequisites: All Quarter 5 DHYG BAS courses

Corequisites: All Quarter 6 DHYG BAS courses

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

Analyze dental hygiene theory and application of complex treatment outcomes
Identify patients who would benefit from smoking cessation and apply learned protocol
Identify instruments that may break and apply proper technique for the potential of a broken instrument tip
Implement proper prevention techniques and oral hygiene recommendations for patients with prosthetics and orthodontia
Explain CDT (Current Dental Terminology) codes and discuss their use
Assess for dentinal hypersensitivity and formulate a protocol for treatment
Prepare for National, Regional and State Boards needed for licensure
Analyze ethical principles and apply them to the practice of dental hygiene

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: 30 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30