DEA 603 - Dental Specialties

Prerequisites:
DEA 503
CAREER AND TECHNICAL CREDIT TYPE
2 credit(s)

Introduction to dental specialties. Examines the essential components, clinical procedures performed, and armamentarium (instruments/equipment) used in various dental specialties. Students will learn the interactive roles of each dental team member in the practice of dental specialties. Includes an introduction to clinical advances and new trends in dentistry.

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Describe the scope and objective for each of the dental specialties.

2. Explain the logical sequence of procedures for each of the above-listed dental specialties.

3. Explain the role of the dental assistant in each of the dental specialties.

4. Apply the theory and clinical application from DEA 503 to the dental specialties.