Principles of Dental Hygiene II Lecture

Catalog description

The Principles of Dental Hygiene II-Lecture course is a continuation of Principles of Dental Hygiene I-Lecture and Pre- Clinic. This course is designed to develop further fundamental (core) knowledge and skills needed to practice evidence-based dental hygiene care including participation in research and an integrated case presentation. Principles II uses a conceptual framework of the process of hygiene care which moves from assessment, diagnosis, planning, and implementation to evaluation and documentation. Through classroom instruction and activities, students enlarge their understanding of systemic disease processes and the integral link to oral health, critical thinking and communication skills, and patient-centered attitudes. Advanced techniques and emerging technologies in educational, preventive and therapeutic services are covered with emphasis on special needs and medically complex patients. Also, the principles of motivational interviewing (MI) are incorporated into patient care management. (Prerequisites: Oral Anatomy, Principles of Dental Hygiene I Lecture and Clinic, Radiology) Co-requisites: Principles of DH II Clinic, Dental Materials, Periodontics (Spring, Summer)