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• DHY 8010 Dental Hygiene Success Seminar

  DHY 8010 Dental Hygiene Success Seminar

  Credit Hours: .5

  The purpose of this course is to assist beginning dental hygiene students in successfully transitioning from a traditional college setting to higher education in a professional dental school setting. This course focuses on 1) developing strong study, organizational, critical thinking, and coping skills; 2) familiarizing the student with university and department resources to aid their success. Past research has shown that students are most successful when they feel connected both academically and socially during the educational experience, particularly their first year (Tinto, 1993; Jeffries, 2007; Stokes, 2013; Strayhorn, 2008).

• DHY 8080 Oral Health Assessment I

  DHY 8080 Oral Health Assessment I

  Credit Hours: 1.5

  The purpose of this course is to introduce patient assessment skills utilized in the Dental Hygiene Process of Care which includes a critical awareness of cultural diversity and human differences. Concepts and techniques of assessment will be introduced and practiced in the classroom and/or clinical setting with fellow students as patients. Assessment skills introduced include the following: Medicolegal Documentation, Medical/Dental History, Common Medical Conditions and Medications, Accessing and Documenting Drug Information and Vital Signs.

• DHY 8081 Oral Health Assessment II

  DHY 8081 Oral Health Assessment II

  Credit Hours: 1.5

  The purpose of this course is to introduce patient assessment skills utilized in the Dental Hygiene Process of Care which includes a critical awareness of cultural diversity and human differences. Concepts and techniques of assessment will be introduced and practiced in the classroom and/or clinical setting with fellow students as patients. Assessment skills introduced include the following: Head and Neck Examination, Lesion Description, Dental and Periodontal Assessment. Communication for assessment, including interprofessional and cultural interactions will be emphasized.

• DHY 8100 Dental Hygiene Care I

  DHY 8100 Dental Hygiene Care I

  Credit Hours: 3

  The purpose of the course is to introduce the dental hygiene process of care with a focus on periodontal instrumentation. Concepts and techniques of instrumentation are practiced in both the simulation laboratory with simulators and in the clinical setting with fellow students as patients. Periodontal instruments, ultrasonic/sonic instrumentation and assessment instruments will be introduced. Additional skills introduced include: infection control, body mechanics, oral hygiene instruction, professional fluoride application, removal of extrinsic stain (polishing/air polishing), and instrument sharpening.

• DHY 8101 DHY 8101 Dental Hygiene Care II

  DHY 8101 DHY 8101 Dental Hygiene Care II

  Credit Hours: 3

  The purpose of the course is to introduce the dental hygiene process of care with a focus on periodontal instrumentation. Concepts and techniques of instrumentation are practiced in both the simulation laboratory with simulators and in the clinical setting with fellow students as patients. Periodontal instruments introduced include the following: scalers, universal curets, gracey curets, and ultrasonic/sonic instrumentation. Assessment instruments introduced include: dental explorers and the periodontal probe. Additional skills introduced include: infection control, body mechanics, oral hygiene instruction (brushing and flossing), professional fluoride application, removal of extrinsic stain (polishing/air polishing), and instrument sharpening.

• DHY 8130 Radiology I

  DHY 8130 Radiology I

  Credit Hours: 2

  This course is designed to provide the student with an in-depth understanding of theories and principles in oral and maxillofacial radiology. It is the purpose of this course to develop the student's ability to think conceptually and to use problem-solving skills rather than simply memorize facts. Lecture presentations, seminars, and problem-solving exercises and will be used to prepare the student on the use of ionizing radiation in dentistry. The course begins with theoretical aspects of x-ray production and interactions, the x-ray machine; radiation biology and protection with quality assurance protocols. Image production and intraoral image receptors (digital and film) are considered next, with emphasis placed on identifying and correcting various errors resulting from improper exposure and processing. The course concludes with identification of normal radiographic landmarks, film placement criteria, principles of radiographic interpretation, detection of dental caries, recognition of periapical diseases and common bony lesions. Techniques of intraoral radiography, panoramic and other extraoral projections are reviewed in class and will continue with practical experiences in both laboratory and clinical applications during the subsequent term.

• DHY 8131 Radiology II

  DHY 8131 Radiology II

  Credit Hours: 2

  This course is a continuation of Radiology for Dental Hygiene I with emphasis on the techniques of intraoral radiography as presented in class and in the pre-clinical part of the course; identification and correction of errors in technique are strongly emphasized. Panoramic and other extraoral projections are discussed, followed by specialized radiographic procedures. Radiation biology and protective measures are presented, with quality assurance protocols discussed in the context of radiation dose reduction. The course concludes with identification of normal radiographic landmarks, the principles of radiographic interpretation, detection of dental caries, recognition of periapical diseases and common bony lesions, and infection control procedures. It is the purpose of this course to develop the student's ability to think conceptually and to use problem-solving skills rather than simply memorize facts.

• DHY 8140 Strategies for Prevention of Oral Diseases

  DHY 8140 Strategies for Prevention of Oral Diseases

  Credit Hours: 3

  This course is designed to introduce evidence based concepts and strategies utilized in the promotion of oral health and prevention of oral diseases for the individual patient. It is comprised of three modules: the prevention of Hard Tissue Diseases, the prevention of Soft Tissue Diseases, and Behavioral Interventions. Strategies for the prevention of periodontal diseases will build upon information previously learned in other courses, including DHY 8080 Oral Health Assessment, BSC 8140 Microbiology and in DHY 8230, Periodontal Therapy I. Strategies for the prevention of dental caries will build upon information previously learned in DHY 8100 Dental Hygiene Care I and BSC 8140, Microbiology. The culmination of the course will be the development of 1) a literature review based on current research conducted on a scientifically based intervention indicated for an identified unmet need of a patient; 2) an individualized, comprehensive, dental hygiene care plan including customized strategies to meet the individualized needs of an identified patient; and 3) a patient education script serving as a framework for communicating this information to a patient.

• DHY 8150 Dental Materials

  DHY 8150 Dental Materials

  Credit Hours: 3

  The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a background in the science dealing with the properties, manipulation and care of materials used in the prevention and treatment of oral disease. This study will include the physical, mechanical, chemical, biological characters and biocompatibility issues of these materials. In addition, this course will study the clinical application of these dental materials and their relationship to the oral environment.

• DHY 8170 Dental Anatomy

  DHY 8170 Dental Anatomy

  Credit Hours: 1

  This course is designed to introduce the dental hygiene student to the oral cavity and its adjoining structures. Dental anatomy is defined here, but is not limited to, the study of the development, morphology, function, and nomenclature in the human dentition. The study of dental anatomy provides one of the basic skills sets needed to practice dental hygiene.

• DHY 8171 Dental Anatomy II

  DHY 8171 Dental Anatomy II

  Credit Hours: 1

  This course is designed for the application of dental anatomy to clinical practice. The dental hygiene student must have knowledge of the morphology, occlusion, dentition periods, and functions of teeth to manage the hygiene phase of dental treatment. The study of dental anatomy considers the development and eruption of the teeth, specific chronologies of both human dentitions and applications to dental hygiene practice.

• DHY 8180 The Child and Adolescent Patient

  DHY 8180 The Child and Adolescent Patient

  Credit Hours: 1

  The purpose of the course is to introduce the dental hygiene students to the concepts of definitions, oral health policies, clinical guidelines, and treatment planning in pediatric dentistry.

• DHY 8200 Concepts in Professionalism

  DHY 8200 Concepts in Professionalism

  Credit Hours: 3

  This course is the culmination of professionalism concepts that have been presented throughout the entire dental hygiene curriculum. Political, social, environmental and professional issues that impact the current practice of dental hygiene will be explored.

• DHY 8210 Special Patient Care

  DHY 8210 Special Patient Care

  Credit Hours: 2

  The 1st portion of this course is designed to introduce students to issues relating to Geriatric dental care, Special Patient dental care and treatment considerations. opics include health and wellness, issues in geriatric dentistry, oral changes in the older adult, physical assessment and pharmacological factors, oral health promotion for the older adult, mental diseases in the older adult, elder abuse and hospice care. The 2nd portion is designed prepare the students for management of patients with systemic/medical conditions that may have delivery of dental services implications. Topics include descriptions of diseases or conditions, incidence, prevalence, etiology, clinical manifestations, medical treatment, oral manifestations and dental management considerations.

• DHY 8220 Dental Hygiene Board Review I

  DHY 8220 Dental Hygiene Board Review I

  Credit Hours: 1

  This course is the first of a two part course series designed to prepare the dental hygiene student for the national, regional and state licensing board examinations. Emphasis will be placed on the introduction of the board examination process providing an overview of each licensure exam. Content review sessions will be provided exposing the student to simulated questioning techniques to assist with preparing for licensure examinations.

• DHY 8221 Dental Hygiene Board Review II

  DHY 8221 Dental Hygiene Board Review II

  Credit Hours: 2

  This course is the second of a two part course series designed to prepare the dental hygiene student for the national, regional and state licensing board examinations. Emphasis will be placed on the application process for the various board examinations and state licensure. Content review sessions will be provided exposing the student to simulated questioning techniques to assist with preparing for licensure examinations. Mock examinations will also be conducted.

• DHY 8230 Periodontal Therapy I

  DHY 8230 Periodontal Therapy I

  Credit Hours: 1

  The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of periodontal disease. The student will be able to apply information collected clinically and radiographically to assign a proper periodontal diagnosis and a periodontal treatment plan.

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  DHY 8240 Ethical & Legal Issues II

  DHY 8240 Ethical & Legal Issues II

  Credit Hours: 2

  The purpose of this course is to continue the student's exposure to the ethical and legal principles guiding the decision making and the practice of dental hygiene. Mechanism to assess personal and professional self assessment will be utilized along with discussion of suggested measures and/or support systems to improve recognized deficiencies. Students will prepare and present analyses of an ethical dilemma they have personally observed in their clinical experience.

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  DHY 8250 Radiographic Interpretation

  DHY 8250 Radiographic Interpretation

  Credit Hours: 1

  DHY 8250 Radiographic Interpretation prepares the dental hygiene student to interpret dental radiographic images to correctly identify normal radiographic landmarks on intra-oral and panoramic radiographs, developmental anomalies of the teeth, and common bony lesions. The student will also be prepared for the detection and radiographic classification of dental caries, recognition of periapical and periodontal diseases, and identification of dental restorative materials. Film processing errors and trouble-shooting, along with error identification in radiographic technique and correction will also be revisited in order to prepare the dental hygiene student. It is the purpose of this course to develop the student's ability to think conceptually and to use problem-solving skills.

• DHY 8280 Scientific Literature

  DHY 8280 Scientific Literature

  Credit Hours: 2

  This course will prepare the dental hygiene student to obtain a critical understanding of statistical reasoning to examine and analyze data, interpret variability and risk, and to effectively make and refute arguments. The Scientific Method and Evidence Based Decision Making will also be presented in order to critically read and assess scientific literature as well as conduct hypothesis based scientific investigations. Topics include: (a) statistical concepts, (b) research methods, (c) data analysis and interpretation, and (d) components of professional articles and peer reviewed publications.

• DHY 8300 Periodontal Therapy II

  DHY 8300 Periodontal Therapy II

  Credit Hours: 1

  This course builds on the foundation knowledge presented in DHY8230 Periodontal Therapy I. The course focus is to provide the learner with information regarding systemic conditions that effect the treatment of periodontal disease, and periodontal surgery. Topics covered in this course will include implant care and maintenance, pregnancy and diabetes in regard to periodontal disease, local and systemic antimicrobial treatment, basic principles of periodontal surgery, the management of furcations, occlusal trauma, interdisciplinary issues with periodontal disease and laser use in periodontal treatment. Current trends in periodontics will be emphasized, and the student will be helped to understand the relationships between the dental hygienist, general practitioner and the periodontal specialist. The student will understand the role of all health care providers in the management of periodontal disease.

• DHY 8310 Dental Hygiene Research Methods

  DHY 8310 Dental Hygiene Research Methods

  Credit Hours: 3

  THIS COURSE IS ONLY OFFERED TO STUDENTS IN THE DENTAL HYGIENE DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM. It is an online course and is the first course in the 2 course Dental Hygiene Core Requirement. This course will give a basic overview of the Research Process. Topics will include: the scientific method, basic research methods, research proposals, and IRB approval.

• DHY 8312 Dental Hygiene Capstone

  DHY 8312 Dental Hygiene Capstone

  Credit Hours: 3

  THIS COURSE IS ONLY OFFERED TO STUDENTS IN THE DENTAL HYGIENE DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM. This course is only offered to students in the Dental Hygiene Degree Completion Program. Students will conduct a field experience based on the research proposal developed in DH Research Methods. A scholarly activity (scientific poster presentation or a scholarly article) based on the field experienced will also be completed.

• DHY 8350 Scientific Presentation I

  DHY 8350 Scientific Presentation I

  Credit Hours: .5

  This course will emphasize the importance of baccalaureate educated dental hygienists being able to read, critique, and synthesize scientific literature in order to conduct and present research findings contributing to increased knowledge of fellow dental professionals in order to enhance dental and dental hygiene practice or dental education. The course will provide an opportunity to apply principles of the scientific method as presented earlier in the curriculum.

• DHY 8351 Scientific Presentation II

  DHY 8351 Scientific Presentation II

  Credit Hours: .5

  As the second course in the Scientific Presentation course series, this course will continue to emphasize the importance of baccalaureate educated dental hygienists being able to read, critique, and synthesize scientific literature in order to conduct a hypothesis based scholarly project and present research findings contributing to increased knowledge of fellow dental professionals in order to enhance dental and dental hygiene practice or dental education. The course will provide an opportunity to apply statistical concepts, data analysis/interpretation and principles of the scientific method as presented earlier in the curriculum. The scholarly project outlined in the project proposal/IRB application completed in the preceding Scientific Presentation course will be conducted during this course. Students will provide an electronic classroom presentation of their findings during the last class session. Oral presentations will be provided externally in multiple professional meeting venues during the final semester of the dental hygiene program.