Dental Laboratory Technology (DENT)

DENT 101 Materials I (A)

3 credits
This course involves a comprehensive study of the chemical and physical properties of materials used by the dental technician.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program

DENT 111 Anatomy (A,–DL)

3 credits
This course provides the student with an introduction to the masticatory system. The student will be exposed to the significant structures and landmarks of the oral cavity, with extensive study of the permanent dentition.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program

DENT 121 Complete Dentures I (A,–DL)

3 credits
This course involves an introduction to complete dentures and includes a study of the procedures from preliminary impressions through wax contouring, with special emphasis upon artificial tooth arrangement.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab fee: $65.00

DENT 122 Complete Dentures II (W)

2 credits
This course is a continuation of the study of complete dentures and includes procedural material from flasking through patient remount and occlusal adjustments.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab Fee: $65.00

DENT 123 Complete Dentures III (SP)

3 credits
This course involves a study of procedures required to solve specific post insertion problems, e.g., repair, rebase, and reline. In addition, the student is introduced to the immediate denture technique.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab fee: None

DENT 132 Occlusion (A,–DL)

3 credits
This course will entail a study of occlusal morphology, the temporomandibular joint, and mandibular movements.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program

DENT 142 Removable Partial Dentures I (W)

3 credits
This course is a basic study of removable partial dentures and presents principles such as survey, design, and fabrication.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program

DENT 143 Removable Partial Dentures II (SP)

2 credits
This course will involve an intensification of the study of survey, design and fabrication of removable partial dentures.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program

DENT 153 Fixed Partial Dentures I (W,–DL)

3 credits
This course will introduce the student to the fixed appliance. The content will be limited to the single unit crown.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab fee: $65.00

DENT 224 Complete Dentures IV (SU)

2 credits
In this course, the student will fabricate an overdenture and will concentrate upon characterization of complete dentures.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab fee: None

DENT 244 Removable Partial Dentures III (SP)

3 credits
During this course, the student will apply acquired knowledge and skills by fabrication of removable partial dentures. The didactic portion will encompass specialized designs such as stressbreakers, precision attachments, and the RPI technique.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program

DENT 256 Fixed Partial Dentures IV (SP)

3 credits
This course will involve a study of crown and bridge cases not covered previously, as well as the use of attachments. The student will construct multiple unit appliances and construct one-piece castings.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab fee: None

DENT 275 Ceramics I (W,–DL)

4 credits
This course is an introduction to dental ceramics and will involve a study of porcelain fused to metal restorations. The students will construct porcelain veneers and full-coverage single unit crowns.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 4 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab Fee: None

DENT 276 Ceramics II (SP)

3 credits
This unit will entail a continuation of the study of the porcelain fused to metal restoration. It will also include the study of the Maryland bridge and the porcelain jacket crown and other multiple unit appliances.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab Fee: None

DENT 285 Orthodontics (SP)

2 credits
This course provides a basic introduction to the laboratory skills necessary to provide services in the areas of orthodontics.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 3 hours

DENT 296 Applied Laboratory I (SP)

3 credits
This course consists of laboratory and is intended to simulate a working laboratory. The student will fabricate fixed and removable appliances.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 6 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab fee: $65.00

DENT 297 Applied Laboratory II (SU)

7 credits
This course consists entirely of laboratory and is intended to simulate a working laboratory situation with regard to work schedules, case flow, and coping with real problems.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 18 hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into program
Lab fee: $75.00