DHY 101 Pre-Clinical Dental Health 4 cr. This course introduces the basic knowledge, skills and judgments necessary for prevention of diseases of the teeth and surrounding tissue. Laboratory experiences provide for practical application of the principles of comprehensive dental hygiene treatment.
Prerequisite: Admission to program, CPR certifica-
tion.
Corequisite: BIO 110, BIO 111, CHE 107, CHE 108,
DHY 110, DHY 120, DHY 130
3/8/0 Course fee charged
DHY 110 Dental Head
and Neck Anatomy 3 cr. This course presents the basic structures of the oral cavity, including the nomenclature, structure, mor- phology, and function of the teeth. It emphasizes the clinical appearance of the anatomical features of the teeth and points out relationships to adjacent teeth, opposing teeth, and surrounding tissue. It also covers the configuration and function of gross structures of the head and neck and emphasizes the importance of anatomical concepts.
Prerequisite: Admission to program, CPR certifica-
tion.
Corequisite: BIO 110, BIO 111, CHE 107, CHE 108,
DHY 101, DHY 120, DHY 130
3/0/0 Course fee charged
DHY 120 Dental Radiology 3 cr. This course integrates the didactic, laboratory, and clinical principles of dental radiography. It covers x- ray production, processing, intra- and extra-oral tech- niques, quality assurance, utilization of radiographic selection criteria, radiographic interpretation, radia- tion biology and safety, and infection control and haz- ardous waste disposal. It provides laboratory experiences which progress from mannequin simu- lation to assigned patients in order to explore clinical applications.
Prerequisite: Admission to Program, CPR certifica-
tion (current)
Corequisite: BIO 110, BIO 111, CHE 107, CHE 108,
DHY 101, DHY 110, DHY 130
2/0/3 Course fee charged
DHY 130 Medical and
Dental Emergencies 1 cr. This course emphasizes the importance of emergency prevention. It prepares students to recognize and manage medical emergencies that may occur in the dental environment.
Prerequisite: Admission to program, CPR certifica-
tion (current)
Corequisite: Bio 110, BIO 111, CHE 107, CHE 108,
DHY 140 Oral Embryology
and Histology 2 cr. This course provides a conceptual framework for understanding the growth and development of oral structures as well as an overview of the peri-natal events that begin their growth. It focuses on the microscopic structures of the oral tissues, growth and development of the face and oral cavity. It also covers the development of the deciduous and permanent dentition, including common disturbances and anomalies.
Prerequisite: BIO 110, BIO 111, CHE 107,
CHE 108, DHY 101, DHY 110, DHY 120, DHY 130
Corequisite: BIO 114, BIO 115, BIO 155, BIO 156,
ENG 101, DHY 151 2/0/0
DHY 151 Clinical Services I 4 cr. This course focuses on information about oral physio- therapy, fluoride, treatment planning, adjunctive instrumentation, hypersensitivity, and air abrasive sys- tems. There are examinations of case studies with re- spect to treatment planning, behavior modification strategies; and adult and pediatric preventive counsel- ing. It requires clinical practice. Students must demon- strate advanced techniques of dental hygiene treatment.
Prerequisite: BIO 110, BIO 111, CHE 107,
CHE 108, DHY 101, DHY 110, DHY 120, DHY 130
Corequisite: BIO 114, BIO 115, BIO 155, BIO 156,
DHY 140, ENG 101, DHY 160
3/0/12 Course fee charged
DHY 160 Periodontology I 2 cr. This course focuses on the basic concepts of the anatomy and pathology of the periodontium. It examines in depth classification, etiology, and treatment of periodontal dis- ease. It integrates correlation of the relationship of the histopathologic changes of the supporting structures of the teeth by using case-based clinical studies.
Prerequisite: BIO 110, BIO 111, CHE 107,
CHE 108, DHY 101, DHY 110, DHY 120, DHY 130
Corequisite: BIO 114, BIO 115, BIO 155, BIO 156,
DHY 140, DHY 151, ENG 101 2/0/0
DHY 200 Dental Pharmacology
and Pain Control 2 cr. This course introduces pharmacology and methods of pain control as it relates to the practice of dentistry. It focuses on adverse drug reactions; pharmacologi- cal effects; and their usual indications and con- traindications. It emphasizes the clinical application of topical and local anesthesia. It discusses systemic tox- icity and local complications to prepare students for the prevention and management of emergencies that may develop during treatment as well as sedation methods and general anesthesia.
Prerequisite: BIO 114, BIO 115, BIO 155, BIO 156,
DHY 140, DHY 151, ENG 101
Corequisite: DHY 222, PSY 101
2/0/0
DHY 201 Clinical Services II 4 cr. This course allows students the opportunity to demon- strate advanced treatment techniques relative to the dental hygiene appointment in the clinical setting. It emphasizes skills in oral physiotherapy, treatment planning, behavior modification strategies, adult and child preventive counseling, and adjunctive instru- mentation.
Prerequisite: DHY 160, DHY 200, DHY 222, PSY 101 Corequisite: CHE 210, DHY 210, DHY 220,
DHY 241; MTH 107
3/0/12 Course fee charged
DHY 210 Periodontology II 2 cr. This course builds on the information presented in DHY 160. It focuses on current information on clini- cal and adjunctive home care aids, as well as a vari- ety of treatment modalities. It also presents surgical options, including implants. It requires student case presentations which cover complete charting; review of medical and dental histories; radiographs and/or study models; record of treatment; patient compli- ance; and recommended maintenance schedules.
Prerequisite: DHY 160, DHY 200, DHY 222, PSY 101 Corequisite: CHE 210, DHY 201, DHY 220,
DHY 241; MTH 107 2/0/0
DHY 220 Oral Pathology 3 cr. This course investigates the study of abnormalities in morphology and function. It focuses on the cellular level first, including cellular alterations and response. It centers its approach on etiology; pathogenesis; clin- ical and microscopic signs and symptoms; differential diagnosis; treatment; follow-up and prognosis with emphasis on those lesions most frequently encoun- tered. It focuses on the recognition of pathological conditions, both systemic and oral, as well as their risk factors so appropriate precautions and/or treat- ment may be taken.
Prerequisite: DHY 160, DHY 200, DHY 222, PSY 101 Corequisite: CHE 210, DHY 201, DHY 210,
DHY 241; MTH 107
DHY 222 Local Anesthesia 1 cr. This course is designed to prepare the student to pro- vide local anesthesia to patients requiring pain man- agement during the course of dental hygiene treatment. This course will provide the fundamental knowledge of choosing the appropriate agent, selection of injection, administering local anesthesia, and health history evaluation to avoid potential complications.
Prerequisite: DHY 101, DHY 110, DHY 130,
DHY 140, DHY 151, DHY 160
Corequisite: DHY 200
2/1/1/ Course fee charged
DHY 240 Dental Public Health 3 cr. This course prepares students to provide patient ed- ucation to individuals and groups, focusing on a ho- listic approach. It covers the development, implementation, and evaluation of dental health edu- cation programs in a variety of settings through analy- sis of patient lifestyle, values, behavior, and environment.
Prerequisite: CHE 210, DHY 201, DHY 210,
DHY 220, DHY 241; MTH 107
Corequisite: DHY 251, SOC 101, SPE 102
3/0/0 Course fee charged
DHY 241 Supportive Therapies 3 cr. This course provides lecture and laboratory experi- ences to apply the theory, techniques and applications of dental material manipulation to the clinical arena. All delegable expanded functions as outlined in the New Jersey Dental Auxiliaries Practice Act will be em- phasized and taught to clinical competency. Explo- ration of the Dental Hygienists’ role in Dental specialty practice is included.
Prerequisite: DHY 200, DHY 222, PSY 101 Corequisite: DHY 201, DHY 210, DHY 220,
CHE 210, MTH 107
2/2/2 Course fee charged
DHY 251 Clinical Services III 4 cr. This capstone course offers an integrative clinical ap- proach to the provision of patient care services. It em- phasizes the honing of clinical skills, the synthesis of prior learning, and application to the delivery of care. It covers practice management and its application to the business of dental hygiene to prepare students for the modern workforce and its various demands.
Prerequisite: CHE 210, DHY 201, DHY 210,
DHY 220, MTH 107
Corequisite: DHY 240, DHY 241, SOC 101, SPE 102