Course Topics

Course TopicsTempe, AZ

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    Our Course

    Week 1: Introduction to the Profession of Dentistry

    ◦ Ethical and Legal Issues in Dentistry

    ◦ Infection Control for the Dental Assistant

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 2: Dental Radiology

    ◦ Human Dentition

    ◦ Radiology Basics and X-Ray Procedures

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 3: The Composition of the teeth and Dental Terminology

    ◦ Tissues Surrounding the Teeth

    ◦ Radiology Basics and X-Ray Procedures (Cont’d)

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 4: Bones of the Head

    ◦ Muscles of the Head and Neck, Temporomandibular Joint and Paranasal Sinuses

    ◦ Dental Charting/Black Cavity Classifications

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 5: Oral Pathology

    ◦ Oral Cavity, Salivary Glands & Immune System

    ◦ Dental Charting (Cont’d)

    ◦ Alginate Impressions, Lab Materials & Techniques

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 6: Dental Materials

    ◦ Pediatric Dentistry

    ◦ Restorative Materials & Techniques

    ◦ Pedodontic Procedures

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 7: Removable Prosthodontics

    ◦ Fixed Prosthodontics

    ◦ Removable Prosthodontics – Full & Partial Dentures

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 8: Endodontics

    ◦ Topical & Local Anesthesia

    ◦ Endodontic Instrument & Procedures

    ◦ Techniques in Administering Anesthesia

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 9: Orthodontics

    ◦ Periodontics

    ◦ Placing Sealants & Home Bleaching

    ◦ Periodontal Treatment and Coronal Polishing, Oral Hygiene and Preventive Dentistry

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 10: Oral Surgery

    ◦ Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office

    ◦ Oral Surgical Procedures

    ◦ CPR Training & Certification

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 11: Radiology In Depth Overview

    ◦ Front Office Management and Resume Preparation

    Clock hours of lecture & Lab: 6
    Week 12: Practical Exams Review – Charting

    ◦ Practical Exam Review – Radiology

    ◦ Practical Exams Preparation – Instrument Transfer

    ◦ Practical Exams Preparation – Instrument Recognition & Suction Tip Positioning

    Clock hours: 6
    Week 13: Practical Final Exams

    ◦ Final Exams – Theories

    Clock hours: 6

    Clock hours: 78

    Externship (50)

    Total Hours: 128

    Contact Us

    Dental Assisting School of Arizona is located at
    2233 W. Baseline Road Suite #104B
    Tempe, AZ 85283
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    (602) 388-0028