Page 205 - 2012-2013 TMCC College Catalog

D-34 2012-2013 TMCC College Catalog
DENTAL ASSISTING
Orientation to Dental Assisting DA 110 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
The legal, ethical, moral and professional responsibilities of dental personnel in the practice of dentistry. Personal requirements,
professional conduct, interpersonal relationships, methods of acquiring and training certification of the dental assistant, recognition of
dental forms, and an introduction to dental and medical terminology. One (1) hour of class time per week. This course may not transfer to a
baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Dental Radiography I DA 111 3.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
Production, characteristics and biologic effects of radiation; function, components and operation of the X-ray unit; radiation protection and
monitoring; components and care of X-ray film; chemistry and techniques associated with X-ray film and the developing solutions.
Review of anatomical landmarks, X-ray placement, identification and correction of radiographic errors; recording pertinent data;
specialized procedures and techniques for pediatric dentistry. The bisecting technique adapted to an adult, pediatric manikins and human
patients. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher
Education (NSHE).
Dental/Head and Neck Anatomy DA 112 3.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
The anatomy and physiology of the head and neck are included. Embryology, histology, tooth morphology, occlusion, and periodontal
tissues are studied with special emphasis on tooth forms. Developmental and structural defects involving the oral cavity and teeth. Three
(3) hours lecture are required per week. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in
the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Dental Health Education DA 115 1.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
Principles of preventive dentistry to include: nutritional physiology, essentials and counseling effect of nutrition on dental health;
epidemiology, etiology and prevention of dental disease; design and management of a plaque control program and additional preventive
measures, i.e., fluoride and sealant utilization. One (1) hour of class time per week is required. This course may not transfer to a
baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Preclinical Dental Science DA 116 1.50
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
Principles of microbiology, disease transmission, the universal numbering system, dental clinical charting with geometric and anatomical
representations, periodontal charting, local anesthetic, vital signs and emergency prevention are discussed in depth. An introduction to
body systems; respiratory and circulatory as they impact dental care delivery are presented. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate
degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Dental Materials and Techniques I DA 117 2.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
An in-depth, comprehensive course of the properties, techniques and manipulation of dental materials used in operative dentistry. The
dental materials discussed are bases and varnishes, amalgam and components, aesthetic and posterior composites, cements and impression
materials. One two-hour lecture each week. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities
in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Dental Chairside Procedures DA 119 4.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
A course designed for the development of dexterity and professional competencies needed to assist in four and six handed dentistry
procedures utilized in general dentistry are taught to laboratory proficiency. Demonstration of proper posture and form at chair side,
positive communication, sterilization and disinfecting, adherence to infection control protocols and OSHA requirements of instrument
names, use and care are stressed. Two hours of lecture and eight (8) hours laboratory are required each week. This course may not transfer
to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Dental Radiography II DA 121 2.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
The intraoral paralleling technique with its variables; evaluation of film quality; recognition of anomalies with differential tissue densities;
preliminary film interpretation for charting and tray setup; specialized procedures for endodontia, the edentulous and geriatric patient;
panoramic radiography lateral jaw and skull surveys; also legal considerations. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of
art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Clinical Dental Science DA 122 2.00
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program.
A continuation of DA112 including the study of oral pathology, pharmacology, medical emergencies. Also included is an introduction of
body systems: muscular, skeletal, endocrine, exocrine and reproductive systems. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of
art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
� TMCC College Catalog 2012-2013
* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.