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DENT 749 Preclinical Dental Science Laboratory

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Dental Assisting Eligibility

All dental assisting courses require a grade of C or higher for progression in the sequence. Upon successful completion of the program, the candidate is eligible to apply for a Certificate of Completion from the Office of Admissions and Records, sit for the California Registered Dental Assistant Exam, and the Dental Assisting National Board Exam.

Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

Provides the student with a swift introduction to chairside skills, dental units, preparing and dismissing the dental patient, preparing and breaking down the dental treatment room, proper oral evacuation placement, and generalized instrumentation. (Fall only.)

Units: 1
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lab hours/semester: 48-54
Prerequisites: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program
Corequisites: None