DA5. 494 Introduction to Dentistry

An introduction to clinical dentistry. Emphasis is placed on dental health team members, historical developments, introductory terminology, office communications, ethics and jurisprudence, dental practice acts, work ethics and patient management. Treatment room preparation, health history data collection, dental equipment identification, aesepsis and disinfection, preset trays, operator positioning, basic instruments, instrument transfer, oral charting, general office routine, productivity, marketing and performance appraisals are covered in detail. A brief introduction to dental specialties will be presented to include all aspects of dental care available to the public. Required: Admission to Dental Assisting program.