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DES 0804 - Intro to Clinical Procedures


32 con. hrs.
Contact Hours: 32
Occupational Credits: 1.1

This course introduces you to the practice of dentistry. It covers the topics of dental office equipment, dental instruments, hand pieces used in general and specialty practices, patient reception, positioning for delivery of care, instrument exchange, oral evacuation, patient information and assessment, vital signs, oral diagnosis, treatment planning, and coronal polishing.

Course Designations: (CH)

Prerequisite(s): Program Admission.
Corequisite(s): DES 0804L .