DNH 235 - Management of Dental Pain & Anxiety in the Dental Office

2 cr.

Provides a study of anxiety and pain management techniques used in dental care. Students will understand the necessary theory to appropriately treat, plan and successfully administer topical anesthesia, local anesthesia, and nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia. Includes the components of pain, pain control mechanisms, topical anesthesia, local anesthesia and nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia. Lecture 1 hour per week. Laboratory 2 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): DNH 115, DNH 120 and DNH 216.