Complete Dentures 1

Course code DEND 1103

Credit 6.0

Length 140.0 hours

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This theory and practical course introduces students to the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to successfully fabricate a complete removable denture. Students are able to apply knowledge of current workplace health and safety standards including dental laboratory asepsis and infection control to their work in the Denturist Lab.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Model analysis
  • Complete denture model construction
  • Design and fabrication of custom trays
  • Design and fabrication of occlusal rims
  • Techniques in using small hand tools
  • Applied dental materials for complete dentures
  • Current workplace health and safety standards including dental laboratory asepsis, and infection control to work in the Denturist lab

Applicants requesting PLAR must meet with the Denturist Department Leader

Course schedules

Select your program to see the available course schedules.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.