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Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

5.00 credits

Dental

$1,312.52

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process II. In consultation with the instructor, students apply independent problem-solving skills in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type I, II and III patients and case type 0, I, II and III patients. Dental Hygiene Process III introduces root detoxification using hand and ultra-sonic instruments, laser bacterial reduction, selection of dental implant prophylaxis treatment options and administration of chemotherapeutic agents. Students also adapt care plans in order to accommodate patients with special needs.

1 Course Section

Dental Anxiety And Pain Management 10508118

2.00 credits

Dental

$400.08

This course prepares the student dental hygienist to work within the scope of dental hygiene practice to manage anxiety and pain for dental patients. Students learn to prepare and administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide safely. The course also addresses the recommendation of alternative pain control measures.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DH Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 03/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 29 – Jan 30 Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Debra Koziel Feb 6 – Feb 27 Friday 07:30 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Debra Koziel	$400.08
#02CC Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 03/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Colby Community College - Kansas	Jan 29 – Mar 20 Thursday, Friday 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM Colby Community College - Kansas - Debra Koziel	$400.08

EFDA Preventative Procedures 10508122

1.00 credits

Dental

$369.15

Examine the role of the Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary in Wisconsin. Learn how to provide preventative procedures performed by the EFDA including coronal polishing and application of topical fluoride, fluoride varnish, or similar dental topical agents.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/30/2026 – 02/13/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 30 – Feb 13 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	$369.15

EFDA Dental Procedures 10508121

3.00 credits

Dental

$600.12

Learn how to perform the placement and finishing of restorative materials after the dentist prepares a tooth for restoration. Includes the application of sealants and temporizations.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	02/20/2026 – 04/17/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Feb 20 – Apr 17 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Feb 26 – Mar 12 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Mar 26 – Apr 16 Thursday 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	$600.12

EFDA Prosthodontic Procedures 10508123

2.00 credits

Dental

$400.08

Learn how to perform dental prosthodontic procedures including adjustment of dentures and other removable oral appliances, impressions, packing cord, and removal of sutures and dressings.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	05/01/2026 – 05/15/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	May 1 – May 15 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner May 1 – May 15 Friday 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	$400.08