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Dental Hygiene (DENT-HYG) - Local Anesthesia And Pain Control
DENT-HYG 4020      Local Anesthesia And Pain Control
This course is designed to prepare dental hygiene students for the safe, effective administration of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation. Included are content areas in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and emergency management as they relate to the administration of local anesthetics, nitrous oxide, and pain control. Laboratory sessions are structured to develop actual experiences in administration of local anesthetics and nitrous oxide. Various mechanisms for pain control are also covered. Methods of presentation include lecture, large group discussion, laboratory and clinical participation.
Faculty: School of Dentistry
Department: Dental Hygiene
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