DAT 101 : Pre-Clinical Procedures I

This course is designed to introduce chairside assisting techniques including concepts of four handed dentistry, sterilization techniques, dental instruments, anesthesia, and operative dentistry. Emphasis will be placed on preparation of the student for clinical dental assisting. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform dental assisting skills in a clinical setting. 

Credit Hours: 3

Lecture:  2

Lab: 1 (3 contact hours:1 credit hour)

Clinical/Practicum:  0