DEN 118: Preventive Dentistry

online available

In this course, dental assisting students receive a foundation in preventive dentistry. Methods to ensure the dental health of patients are addressed, including instruction in oral hygiene and proper nutrition. Etiology, prevention and control of dental caries and periodontal disease are emphasized. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; Admission to Dental Assisting program; DEN 102, DEN 106 and DEN 107, minimum grade "C"

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; Admission to Dental Assisting program; DEN 102, DEN 106 and DEN 107, minimum grade "C"

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

 offered in the daytime    

Odd Years
(2023, 2025, 2027)

 offered in the daytime    

offered in the daytimeDay Class (before 5 p.m.) offered at nighttimeEvening Class (after 5 p.m.) offered online Online Class
Revised: 3/30/23

Please refer to the course schedule to see the specific time and platform for which the course is offered.
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Description Hours
Credits 2
Lecture Hours 30
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 0
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 30

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