TransfermaticDENT at College of Marin

    DENT 184 - Chairside Procedures II

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    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    DENT 176 and 180.
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    (Prerequisites: DENT 176 and 180.) This course is an extension of the four-handed dentistry instruction received in DENT 180, and provides entry-level knowledge for the dental specialties including surgical endodontics, orthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and implants, removable prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry. Topics also include the role of the dental assistant regarding nitrous oxide conscious sedation, and registered dental assisting legal functions and scope of practice according to state regulations. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have achieved competency in basic dental specialty assisting skills required to be eligible for the state registered dental assisting certificate. (CSU)