DHYG 1331 - Preclinic Dental Hygiene

3 credit hours. 1 lecture hours. 8 lab hours.

Prerequisites: DHYG 1301 DHYG 1227
Corequisites: DHYG 1304 DHYG 2201
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Foundational knowledge for performing clinical skills on patients with emphasis on procedures and rationale for performing dental hygiene care. Introduction to ethical principles as they apply to dental hygiene care.

This course has a separate lab.
Additional Fees: Clinical Supply Fee $48; Liability Insurance $20; $150 Student Instrumentation Video
Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Explain the procedures and rationale for dental hygiene care; demonstrate basic dental hygiene instrumentation skills; and define ethical principles related to dental hygiene care.