DH 107 Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene

Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinator
1 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs credit
This is the first in a series of five clinical dental hygiene courses. The fundamentals course is designed for entry-level, first year dental hygiene students. The role and function of the dental hygienist in preventative dentistry is included. The foundation of knowledge in the practice of dental hygiene, the Prairie State College Dental Hygiene conceptual framework and program competencies are introduced. This knowledge provides an introduction to the theory associated with clinical procedures and patient care. Students are introduced to the operation of the dental equipment, infection control, and basic instrumentation.