Training Program Information

Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

Dental Hygiene/Hygienist. A program that prepares individuals to clean teeth and apply preventive materials; provide oral health education and treatment counseling to patients; identify oral pathologies and injuries; and manage dental hygiene practices. Includes instruction in dental anatomy, microbiology, and pathology; dental hygiene theory and techniques; cleaning equipment operation and maintenance; dental materials; radiology; patient education and counseling; office management; supervised clinical training; and professional standards.

Offered By: Taft College

Address:
29 Emmons Park Dr
Taft, CA 93268

Internet Link: http://www.taft.cc.ca.us/

CONTACT:
Admissions Representative
Phone: 661-763-7700

Program Details

Program Title:	Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

Program Description:	Dental Hygiene/Hygienist. A program that prepares individuals to clean teeth and apply preventive materials; provide oral health education and treatment counseling to patients; identify oral pathologies and injuries; and manage dental hygiene practices. Includes instruction in dental anatomy, microbiology, and pathology; dental hygiene theory and techniques; cleaning equipment operation and maintenance; dental materials; radiology; patient education and counseling; office management; supervised clinical training; and professional standards.

Degree Offered:	Associate's Degree