This course is designed to provide learners with theoretical knowledge required for novice clinical dental hygiene practice. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention, client assessment, instrumentation skills, preventive dentistry and radiology. Instructional strategies such as laboratory and clinical work are utilized to support learning.
This course is part of the full time Dental Hygiene Diploma program.
Course code: DHYG 2114
Credits: 7.5
Tuition: $0*
Length: 141.0 hours
Course outline:
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https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=DHYG&number=2114
Prerequisites
Acceptance into the program.
Corequisites
Term 1 courses in Dental Hygiene Program
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Additional Information
- Manage the practice environment, including physical and microbial aspects
- Dental ergonomics and surgical magnification
- Instrumentation principles, including instrument sharpening
- Clinical assessments, including records management and annotations of the following: health history, vital signs, head & neck, intra-oral soft tissue, periodontal, dental and occlusal (static & functional) examinations
- Principles of radiography, radiation safety and automatic processing, bitewing and periapical radiography
- Preventive oral self-care strategies
How do I apply for this course?
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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