Dental Hygiene - Ivy Tech Community College

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Dental Hygiene

The dental hygienist is an integral part of the dental health care team who specializes in preventive dental care and techniques in oral hygiene. Common procedures performed by hygienists include cleaning, scaling and root planning, radiography, and application of dental sealants. Local dental regulations determine the duties hygienists are able to perform.

The Dental Hygiene Program provides a curriculum which reflects the core values of the profession, instills an understanding of life-long learning, and educates the graduate to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate dental hygiene care for the individual and the community. Graduates of this program will be eligible to take national and state/regional examinations for licensure which are required to practice dental hygiene.

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Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.

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