Apr 30, 2026  
Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Catalog 2026-2027

DHY 232 - Dental Specialties and Diverse Patient Populations (2 Credit Hours)


Offered in Winter Terms (2-0-0)
This course introduces dental hygiene students to specialized care considerations for patients affected by medical, psychological, behavioral, and social challenges. Through expert guest presentations, interactive case discussions, and application-based projects, students will develop clinical adaptability, ethical awareness, and interprofessional collaboration skills to address complex oral health needs. The curriculum emphasizes both clinical procedures and patient-centered communication strategies. 

 

 

Prerequisite (s): DHY 220, DHY 240, DHY 241, DHY 250 

Co-requisite (s) DHY 245, DHY 246, DHY 260, DHY 270 
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