Supervised unpaid practice and improvement of clinical skills taught in clinical procedures, dental materials and radiology. Covers advanced Expanded Functions Dental Assisting (EFDA) skills. Implement infection control protocols. Introduce basic business office procedures. Ten hours of community service will be required. Participate in two seminars during the term. Required: Student Petition. 01/10/2023-03/22/2023 Clinical Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00AM - 04:50PM, Room to be Announced
- Teacher: Mindy Butkovich
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt
Essential skills in the manipulation and application of dental impression materials, gypsum products and waxes will be covered. Thorough knowledge of laboratory skills in the fabrication of bleaching trays and provisional restorations will be taught. Demonstration of custom trays and uses are introduced. The instrumentation and procedures for fixed and removable prosthodontics will also be covered. Required: Student Petition. 01/12/2023-03/23/2023 In-Person Lab Thursday 01:00PM - 03:50PM, Harmony East Building, Room H340
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt
Furthers the development of chairside skills and introduces the application of preventive procedures such as coronal polishing, fluoride treatment and oral hygiene instruction. Basic knowledge in the application of dental sealants is also taught. Lab skills such as the placement and removal of matrix retainers and rubber dams are taught to provide preparation for chairside dental assisting functions. Aseptic procedures are practiced during all lab skills. Required: Student Petition. 01/09/2023-03/20/2023 In-Person Lab Monday 01:00PM - 03:50PM, Harmony East Building, Room H340
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt
- Teacher: Stayfi Moise
Furthers the development of chairside skills and introduces the application of preventive procedures such as coronal polishing, fluoride treatment and oral hygiene instruction. Basic knowledge in the application of dental sealants is also taught. Lab skills such as the placement and removal of matrix retainers and rubber dams are taught to provide preparation for chairside dental assisting functions. Aseptic procedures are practiced during all lab skills. Required: Student Petition. 01/09/2023-03/20/2023 In-Person Lab Monday 09:15AM - 12:05PM, Harmony East Building, Room H340
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt
- Teacher: Stayfi Moise
A foundational course in preventive dentistry. Examines the study of preventive education, oral hygiene instruction, nutrition, fluoride agents, coronal polishing and sealants. The continuation of oral evacuation and isolation techniques will also be covered. Required: Student Petition. 01/09/2023-03/25/2023 Online Asynchronous Lecture
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt
Knowledge and skills in alternative radiographic techniques are taught as students demonstrate exposure techniques and corrective measures of various alternative radiographic techniques. Students meeting radiographic proficiency on the x-ray mannequin prepare for the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) proficiency exam. Candidates for the RHS proficiency exam will follow all RHS, Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and Oregon examination requirements in preparation of patient radiographs. Required: Student Petition. 01/13/2023-03/24/2023 In-Person Lab Friday 01:45PM - 04:35PM, Harmony East Building, Room H340
- Teacher: Mindy Butkovich
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt
Knowledge and skills in alternative radiographic techniques are taught as students demonstrate exposure techniques and corrective measures of various alternative radiographic techniques. Students meeting radiographic proficiency on the x-ray mannequin prepare for the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) proficiency exam. Candidates for the RHS proficiency exam will follow all RHS, Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and Oregon examination requirements in preparation of patient radiographs. Required: Student Petition. 01/13/2023-03/24/2023 In-Person Lab Friday 09:15AM - 12:05PM, Harmony East Building, Room H340
- Teacher: Mindy Butkovich
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt
Alternative radiographic techniques are discussed as students develop their knowledge in the following areas: bisecting, extra-oral radiography, techniques for children, and patients with special needs. This course provides an in-depth study of the purpose and uses of panoramic imaging, digital imaging, three-dimensional digital imaging, and occlusal examinations. Identification of radiographic interpretation and infection control procedures will also be covered. Required: Student Petition. 01/13/2023-03/24/2023 Hybrid Lecture Friday 12:30PM - 01:30PM, Harmony East Building, Room H310
- Teacher: Kari Hiatt