Course Offerings

This dental terminology course introduces dental terminology as it relates to procedures and services, techniques, materials, and dental diagnoses. Students will gain an understanding of dental vocabulary, abbreviations, symbols, word building, and pronunciation by defining, interpreting and listening to dental terms while reviewing the function, pathology, clinical procedures, and pharmacology of the oral cavity.

Course Objectives

• Write, listen, and comprehend terminology related to the oral cavity and dental services
• Identify and label the structures within the oral cavity
• Differentiate between services provided by different dental specialties and the diagnoses that they treat
• Explain pain management protocol and pharmacology associated with specific diagnoses
• Contrast
• Distinguish between radiology procedures needed for oral exams as well as

Outline of Instruction

Chapter 1: Introduction to Dental Terminology

Chapters 2 and 3: Anatomy and Oral Structures & Tooth Origin and Formation

Chapter 7: Examination and Prevention

Chapter 8: Pain Management and Pharmacology

Chapter 9: Radiography

Chapter 10: Tooth Restorations

Chapters 12 and 13: Prosthodontics & Endodontics

Chapter 14: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Chapters 15 and 16: Orthodontics and Periodontics

Chapters 18 and 19: Dental Laboratory Materials & Dental Laboratory Procedures

Chapter 20: Business Management Procedures

Contact Hours

112

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

Dental Terminology 4th edition by Dofka and Kindle
Good internet source and computer

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

80% attendance
Active, online, regular weekly attendance and participation is vital for successful completion of the course.
Regular online weekly participation is required to be successful in this course.

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

The intended audience for this course is all dental office staff - from the front office to the patient care workers.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Dental Office Managers, Dental Front Office staff (Receptionist, Office Assistant, etc.), Clinical Documentation Improvement, Dental Coders

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Dental Office Managers

Dental Office Assistant

Dental Coder

Dental Biller

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Course Contact Information

Health Science Non-Degree Programs https://cehealth.waketech.edu
919-747-0140
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