DEN 224 Materials and Procedures

Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2

This course introduces the physical properties of materials and related procedures used in dentistry. Topics include restorative and preventive materials, fabrication of casts and appliances, and chairside functions of the dental hygienist. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the laboratory and/or clinical application of routinely used dental materials and chairside functions.

Pre-requisite(s): DEN 111.
Course is typically offered in Fall.
Course has transfer restrictions - No DEN courses will be transferred in unless student has earned a Dental Assisting Diploma. Transfer of DEN-102 or 224 and DEN-111, 112 (grade of C or higher) will be applied to record.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Apply the composition and properties of a given material to its utilization in dentistry.
Demonstrate laboratory and clinical proficiency in the application of routinely used dental materials and appropriate chairside functions.
Fabricate clinically acceptable impressions, study models, and vacuum formed splints.