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Advanced Cariology and Nutrition 10508204

  • 2.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Examine the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and diagnosis of dental caries. Through advanced diagnostic techniques and evidence-based strategies, students learn to assess and manage caries risk factors. Emphasis is placed on understanding various interventions' impact on oral health outcomes, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to promote optimal oral health in diverse patient populations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
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    Advanced Dental Health Safety 10508201

  • 1.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Explore advanced infection control measures, occupational safety protocols, and regulatory compliance standards relevant to the dental therapy profession.  Students defend the dental profession's ethical standards.  This course delves into advanced principles and practices of dental health safety within the context of dental therapy practice. 

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/06/2026 –
    08/11/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 6 – Aug 7
    Thursday, Friday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Aug 10 – Aug 11
    Monday, Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
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    Advanced Oral Anatomy 10508202

  • 4.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Examine head and neck anatomy, including CBCT interpretation, odontogenesis, and tooth morphology.  Create two-dimensional tooth drawings and three-dimensional tooth models to gain a deeper appreciation for the dentition's form, functions and esthetics as well as the developmental basis of orofacial structures and our dentitions. 

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    10/13/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Oct 13
    Monday, Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Aug 24 – Oct 13
    Monday, Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
    1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
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    Cariology 10508109

  • 1.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Focuses on the characteristics and contributing factors of dental decay. Dental Hygiene students help patients minimize caries risk by developing treatment plans, communicating methods to patients and evaluating treatment results.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01DH Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Tanya Ponik
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    Dental Assistant Professional 31508307

  • 1.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Prepares dental assistant students for professional success in a dental practice or another dental health care environment. Students develop professional appearance and image. More importantly, they learn to work within ethical guidelines and legal frameworks. In preparation for entering the work force, dental assistants customize or develop their portfolios and lay out an on-going professional development plan.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01DA Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
    2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Susan Pernsteiner
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    Dental Health Safety 10508101

  • 1.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Prepares dental auxiliary students to respond proactively to dental emergencies, control infection, prevent disease, adhere to OSHA Standards and safely manage hazardous materials. Students also take patient vital signs and collect patient medical/dental histories. CPR certification is a prerequisite; students will be required to show proof of certification before beginning the course. This course is a WTCS aligned course required in both the Dental Hygienist and Dental Assistant programs. This course must be taken at NTC, no transfers, because the content of this course is specific for this program/site.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/06/2026 –
    08/11/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 6 – Aug 7
    Thursday, Friday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
    Aug 10 – Aug 11
    Monday, Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
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    #02DA Fall
    Open
    08/06/2026 –
    08/11/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 6 – Aug 7
    Thursday, Friday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
    Aug 10 – Aug 11
    Monday, Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
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    #03DH Fall
    Open
    08/06/2026 –
    08/11/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 6 – Aug 7
    Thursday, Friday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
    Aug 10 – Aug 11
    Monday, Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
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    Dental Hygiene Process 3 10508112

  • 5.00 credits
  • Dental

    • 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
    1 Course Section
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    #01DH Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24
    Monday
    07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Debra Koziel
    Aug 24
    Monday
    02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
    2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Debra Koziel
    Aug 25 – Aug 26
    Tuesday, Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
    Dental Lab Pod 3 - 1009 - Dental Lab
    Debra Koziel
    Aug 25 – Aug 26
    Tuesday, Wednesday
    07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
    Dental Lab Pod 4 - 1009 - Dental Lab
    Debra Koziel
    Aug 28
    Friday
    07:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2045 - Classroom - MA - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Debra Koziel
    Sep 1 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Dental Lab Pod 3 - 1009 - Dental Lab
    Debra Koziel
    Sep 1 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Dental Lab Pod 4 - 1009 - Dental Lab
    Debra Koziel
    Sep 2 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    Dental Lab Pod 3 - 1009 - Dental Lab
    Debra Koziel
    Sep 2 – Dec 16
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
    Dental Lab Pod 4 - 1009 - Dental Lab
    Debra Koziel
    Nov 17
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
    1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Debra Koziel
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    Dental Pharmacology 10508114

  • 2.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Prepares student dental hygienists to select safe and effective patient premedication and within the scope of dental hygiene practice. Students will also learn to recognize potential pharmacological contraindications for specific patients and to take measures to avoid negative impact or alert other members of the dental team to possible negative impact.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01DH Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
    2019 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
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    Dental Radiography 10508103

  • 2.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Prepares dental auxiliary students to operate radiographic equipment and expose bitewing, periapical, extra oral, and occlusal images. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students also produce, mount, and evaluate dental images for diagnostic value. This course also provides the background in radiographic theory required for students to make informed decisions and adjustments.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #01DH Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 15
    Monday
    08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Jana Swenson
    Aug 24 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Jana Swenson
    Sep 28
    Monday
    12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
    1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Jana Swenson
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    #02DA Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    2014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Jana Swenson
    Aug 24 – Dec 15
    Monday
    08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Jana Swenson
    Sep 28
    Monday
    12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
    1031 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Jana Swenson
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    General & Oral Pathology 10508111

  • 3.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Prepares the student dental hygienist to determine when to consult, treat or refer clients with various disease, infection or physiological conditions. Students learn to recognize the signs, causes and implications of common pathological conditions including inflammatory responses, immune disorders, genetic disorders, developmental disorders of tissues and cysts, oral tissue trauma and neoplasm of the oral cavity.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01DH Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
    3014 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Aleena Lepak
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    Operative I 10508205

  • 4.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Explore dental armamentarium and isolation techniques. Perform simple operative dental procedures in a pre-clinical setting. Students will discuss and practice techniques in tooth preservation, tooth preparation, material selection and final restoration placement for the permanent dentition.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/19/2026 –
    12/15/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 19 – Dec 15
    Monday, Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
    1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Oct 19 – Dec 15
    Monday
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Oct 19 – Dec 15
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
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    Periodontology 10508108

  • 3.00 credits
  • Dental

    • Prepares student dental hygienists to assess the periodontal health of patients, plan prevention and treatment of periodontal disease and to evaluate the effectiveness of periodontal treatment plans. Emphasis is placed on the recognition of the signs and causes of periodontal disease and on selection of treatment modalities that minimize risk and restore periodontal health.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01DH Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/14/2026
    		In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 24 – Dec 14
    Monday
    08:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    2016A - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS)
    Janis Ciskowski
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