DAS 202 Dental Sciences II

3 credits

In this course of study, the student will build on the knowledge gained from DAS 102 Dental Sciences I. Students will continue to learn about infection control and dental materials with a focus on advanced and specialized procedures. They will learn to identify common dental materials and their structure, composition, manipulation and scientific properties. Students will learn the importance of proper storage, application, maintenance and safety protocols for various dental materials. An understanding of the oral-systemic connection will be gained. Principles and theories learned in lectures will be applied in simulated and live patient experiences during clinical labs.

Prerequisites: DAS 101, DAS 102, and DAS 105

Corequisites: DAS 201 and DAS 203

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

Manage infection and hazard control protocol consistent with published professional guidelines
Identify specialized dental materials
Relate dental materials to advanced and specialized procedures
Demonstrate proficiency in taking alginate impressions
Demonstrate proficiency in creating models
Demonstrate proficiency of mixing a variety of cements and liners
Explain armamentarium needed for advanced and specialized procedures
Demonstrate competency in preparing dental materials for procedure set-up
Describe oral pathology, developmental anomalies, and oral conditions
Relate oral health to systemic conditions

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 40