Dental Assisting

The Language of Dentistry. 1. Introduction to the Dental Profession. 2. Psychology, Communication, and Multicultural Interaction. 3. Ethics, Jurisprudence, and Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). 4. General Anatomy and Physiology. 5. Head and Neck Anatomy. 6. Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity. 7. Embryology and Histology. 8. Dental Anatomy. 9. Oral Pathology. 10. Microbiology. 11. Infection Control. 12. Management of Hazardous Materials. 13. The Special Needs and Medically Compromised Patient. 14. Pharmacology. 15. Medical Emergencies. 16. Oral Health and Preventive Techniques. 17. Nutrition. 18. The Dental Office. 19. Dental Instruments and Tray Systems. 20. Ergonomics and Instrument Transfer. 21. Moisture Control. 22. New Patient Examination. 23. Anesthesia and Sedation. 24. Dental Prophylaxis and Recare Appointment. 25. Coronal Polishing and Fluoride Application. 26. Dental Sealants. 27. Introduction to Dental Radiography, Radiographic Equipment, and Radiation Safety. 28. Production and Evaluation of Dental Radiographs. 29. Infection Control for Dental Radiology. 30. Paralleling Technique Exposures. 31. Bisecting Technique Exposures. 32. Supplemental and Special Radiographic Exposures. 33. Processing, Evaluating and Mounting Radiographs. 34. Digital Radiography and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). 35. Radiographic Interpretation. 36. Dental Emergency Procedures and Dental Cements. 37. Amalgam Procedures and Materials. 38. Composite Procedures and Materials. 39. Dental Laboratory Materials. 40. Pediatric Dentistry. 41. Orthodontics. 42. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 43. Endodontics. 44. Periodontics. 45. Dental Implants. 46. Fixed Prosthodontics. 47. Computerized Impression and Restorative Systems. 48. Removable Prosthodontics. 49. Cosmeticdentistry and Teeth Whitening. 50. Dental Practice Management. 51. Career Planning.