DEN 101AB - Preclinical Procedures

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course provides instruction in procedures for the clinical dental assistant as specified by the North Carolina Dental Practice Act. Emphasis is placed on orientation to the profession, infection control techniques, instruments, related expanded functions, and diagnostic, operative, and specialty procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in clinical dental assisting procedures. This is a diploma-level course.

Contact Hours: 4
Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Semester(s) Offered: F