DENTL 113 - Dental Materials/Lab Procedures I

2.0 Credits
Introduction to dental materials and techniques utilized for various laboratory, restorative and clinical applications. Includes both didactic information and laboratory practice with products including gypsum, impression materials, waxes, cements, restorative materials and thermoplastic resins. Safety is emphasized.
Prerequisite DENTL 105.
Corequisite DENTL 114.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe the properties, applications, indications, and contraindications of dental materials used in general dentistry.
Demonstrate the proper use, manipulation, application, and clean-up procedures for dental materials used in general dentistry in anticipation of transferring skills to chairsideassisting.
Describe the role and duties of a dental assistant in the use, manipulation, application, and clean-up procedures for dental materials used in general dentistry.

Course Typically Offered
Winter