DENHY 128 - Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist

    Recent Professors
    Kristel-Mae Caganap
    Recent Semesters
    2027SP, 2026SP
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    4.5Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    DENHY 101 - Dental Hygiene Orientation DENHY-101 or equivalent
    2027SP Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course presents a structured study of the discipline of periodontics with a focus on the biological, behavioral, and clinical aspects of the periodontal diseases. Topics include normal and diseased periodontal structures, etiology, risk factors, classification, and epidemiology. Students will apply periodontal assessment techniques leading to the development of appropriate strategies for planning preventative care, initial treatment and maintenance procedures for the periodontal diseases. Students are introduced to evidence-based decision making as they apply course content to simulated cases.
    Usually Held
    Tue 1:00pm–3:05pm, Tue 12:45pm–2:50pm