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: Cypress College - Health Science Division

Address:
9200 Valley View Street
Cypress, CA 90630

Internet Link: http://www.cypresscollege.edu/academics/academic programs

CONTACT:
John Sciacca
Phone: 714-484-7283

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