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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.

2 Course Sections

Dental Chairside 31508302

5.00 credits

Dental

Prepares dental assistant students to chart oral cavity structures, dental pathology and restorations and to assist a dentist with basic dental procedures including examinations, pain control, amalgam restoration and cosmetic restoration. Students will also develop the ability to educate patients about preventive dentistry, brushing and flossing techniques and dental procedures, using lay terminology.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01DA Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 17 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM 1002 - Dental Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner Aug 26 – Dec 17 Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Susan Pernsteiner	View Rates

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 – Jan 13 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 6 – Jan 13 Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#02DA Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 – Jan 13 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 6 – Jan 13 Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates
#03DH Spring	Open	01/06/2026 – 01/13/2026	01/06/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 6 – Jan 13 Monday, Tuesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 1009 - Dental Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski Jan 6 – Jan 13 Tuesday, Wednesday 08:00 AM - 04:50 PM 2005 - Classroom - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Janis Ciskowski	View Rates

Dental Hygiene Process IV 10508117

4.00 credits

Dental

This clinical course builds on and expands the technical/clinical skills student dental hygienists developed in Dental Hygiene Process III. With feedback from the instructor, students manage all aspects of cases in the course of providing comprehensive care for calculus case type 0, 1, 2, and 3 patients and for perio case type 0 I, II, and III patients. Emphasizes maximization of clinical efficiency and effectiveness. Prepares student dental hygienists to demonstrate their clinical skills in a formal examination situation.

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