DA 106 Dental Materials for the Dental Assistant

Prerequisite: DA 101 , DA 103 , DA 104 , and DA 298
2 lectures, 4 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit
This course covers the basic science, clinical indications, manipulative variables and procedures, physical and mechanical characteristics, and clinical performance of materials used in dentistry. Lecture and laboratory emphasizes an understanding of the science of dental materials which is essential to assess patient needs, to plan for and treat those needs, and to evaluate treatment outcomes.