DS 100 - Dental Assisting I

Credit Hours: 4

This combination lecture/lab course introduces the students to the fundamentals of dental assisting while providing the opportunity to practice skills in a clinical setting. Techniques of chair side dental assisting are emphasized as well as clinical procedures, materials, instruments and equipment. Detailed instruction is provided in infection control procedures and occupational health and safety techniques following CDC and OSHA guidelines.
Corequisites: All first semester dental assisting courses.