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Division of Health Professions
Department of Dental Hygiene
Course Syllabus
DHY 208 – Oral Hygiene Clinic Techniques
Semester and year: Summer 1 (1st year)
Section Number: 001 & 002
Meeting Times: DHY 208-001
DHY 208-002
Location:
Instructor:
Office Location
Phone:
Departmental Secretary: Mary Geminiano
Office Hours: By appointment
Email Address:
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide additional clinical experience for all first -year
students. Further development of debridement skills, patient treatment plans, special
needs populations, and patient management will be the focus. Additional experience
will be gained in the use of EMR (Electronic Medical Records), digital intraoral
photography, and exposure of dental images.
• Credits 1 (Clinic 4)
• Pre-requisites: DHY 201, 205, 209
• Co-requisites: none
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, the dental hygiene student will be able to:
Student Learning Outcome: Means of Assessment:
1. Create and implement appropriate
treatment plans for each patient
classification.
Clinical Assessment by RDH
Faculty via Typhon Evaluation
2. Incorporate adjunctive therapies for each
patient treatment plan.
Clinical Assessment by RDH
Faculty via Typhon Evaluation
3. Expose dental images as prescribed for
each patient.
Clinical Assessment by RDH Faculty
via Typhon Evaluation
4. Further develop debridement skills for
each AAP classified patient
Clinical Assessment by RDH Faculty
via Typhon Evaluation
5. Develop appropriate evaluation and
maintenance schedules for each patient
Clinical Assessment by RDH Faculty
via Typhon Evaluation
6. Provide additional clinical experience
for all students.
Clinical Assessment by RDH Faculty
via Typhon Evaluation
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY:
Teaching Methods Learning
Experiences/Activities
1. Kinesthetic learning through patient
experiences in clinic.
2. Kinesthetic learning through manikin
experiences in clinic.
3. Handouts
4. PowerPoint Presentations
5. Photographs, diagrams, tables, videos
6. Canvas Web enhancement
1. Visual, auditory, and tactile
assessment of patients
2. Analysis of all patient
data/assessments to formulate a
dental hygiene diagnosis and care
plan
3. Visual, auditory, and tactile
implementation of treatment
utilizing various hand and power
instruments
4. Discussion and documentation of
all patient treatment
5. Evaluation of patient’s response to
treatment at time of appointment
and/or subsequent visits
American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Entry Level Competencies
for the Allied Health Professionals (Core Competencies (CC) include:
Professional Knowledge
1. Professionalism
1.1 Apply professional values and ethics in all endeavors.
1.2 Adhere to accreditation standards and federal, state and local laws and
regulations.
1.3 Promote quality assurance practices based on accepted standards of care.
1.4 Demonstrate interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate
with professionals and patients across socioeconomic and cultural
backgrounds.
2. Safety
2.1 Comply with local, state and federal regulations concerning infection
control protocols for blood-borne and respiratory pathogens, other infectious
diseases and hazardous materials.
2.2 Follow manufacturers’ recommendations related to materials and equipment
used in practice.
2.3 Establish and enforce mechanisms to ensure the management of emergencies.
2.4 Use security guidelines and compliance training to create and maintain
a safe, eco- friendly and sustainable practice compatible with emerging
trends.
2.5 Ensure a humanistic approach to care.
2.6 Uphold a respectful and emotionally safe environment for patients and
practitioners.
3. Critical Thinking
3.1 Demonstrate critical and analytical reasoning to identify and develop
comprehensive oral health care solutions and protocols.
3.2 Apply individual and population risk factors, social determinants of health
and scientific research to promote improved health and enhanced quality of life.
4. Scientific Inquiry and Research
4.1 Support research activities and develop research skills.
4.2 Use evidence-based decision-making to evaluate and implement health
care strategies aligned with emerging trends to achieve high-quality, cost-
effective and humanistic care.
4.3 Integrate accepted scientific theories and research into educational, preventive
and therapeutic oral health services.
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
5. Health Education and Community Connection
5.1 Endorse health literacy and disease prevention.
5.2 Communicate and provide health education and oral self-care to diverse
populations.
5.3 Facilitate learning platforms for communities of interest by providing
health education through collaboration with dental and other professionals.
5.4 Promote the values of the dental profession through service-based activities.
5.5 Evaluate outcomes for future activities supporting health and
wellness of individuals and communities.
6. Advocacy
6.1 Promote an ethical and equitable patient care and practice environment by
demonstrating inclusion of diverse beliefs and values.
6.2 Uphold civic and social engagement through active involvement in
professional affiliations to advance oral health.
Professional Development and Practice
Professional Growth
7.1 Commit to lifelong learning for professional and career opportunities
in a variety of roles and settings.
7.2 Engage in research, education, industry involvement, technological and
professional developments and/or advanced degrees.
7.3 Demonstrate self-awareness through reflective assessment for continued
improvement.
7.4 Business Practices
8.1 Facilitate referrals to and consultations with relevant health care providers
and other professionals to promote equitable and optimal patient care.
8.2 Promote economic growth and sustainability by meeting practice goals.
8.3 Create and maintain comprehensive, timely and accurate records.
8.4 Protect privacy, confidentiality and security of the patients and the
practice by complying with legislation, practice standards, ethics and
organizational policies.
Leadership
9.1 Develop and use effective strategies to facilitate change.
9.2 Inspire and network with others to nurture collegial affiliations.
9.3 Solicit and provide constructive feedback to promote professional growth of self.
Discipline-specific (Dental Hygiene) competencies:
DH. 1 Essential Knowledge
DH. 1.1 Apply the knowledge of the following sciences during the dental hygiene
process of care: Microbiology, Human anatomy and physiology, Human cellular
biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology and pathology, Nutrition,
Pharmacokinetics
DH. 1.2 Apply the knowledge of the following behavioral sciences during the
dental hygiene process of care: Sociology, Psychology, Interpersonal
communication
DH. 2 Person-centered Care
2.1 Assessment
DH.2.1.1 Accurately collect and document a comprehensive medical, dental, social
health history and diagnostic data.
DH.2.1.2 Critically analyze all collected data.
DH.2.1.3 Identify predisposing, etiologic, environmental and social risk factors
for person- centered care.
2.2 Dental Hygiene Diagnosis
DH.2.2.1 Analyze comprehensive medical, dental and social health history.
DH.2.2.2 Integrate observational and diagnostic data as part of the dental
hygiene diagnosis. DH.2.2.3 Use predisposing, etiologic, environmental and
social risk factors for person-centered care.
2.3 Planning
DH.2.3.1 Use the patient’s assessment to establish an optimal and realistic,
person-centered dental hygiene care plan through mutual communication.
DH.2.3.2 Use all aspects of the dental hygiene diagnosis in combination with the
person’s values, beliefs
and preferences to develop a dental hygiene care plan through shared decision-
making.
2.4 Implementation
DH.2.4.1 Obtain informed consent based on the agreed-upon treatment plan.
DH.2.4.2 Execute individualized treatment based on the patient’s dental
hygiene diagnosis. DH.2.4.3 Integrate educational, preventive and the
therapeutic services to provide comprehensive person-centered care.
DH.2.4.4 Use specialized skills and evidenced-based technology to promote
dental and periodontal health.
DH.2.4.5 Continuously re-evaluate for modifications to achieve desired outcomes.
2.5 Evaluation and Documentation
DH.2.5.1 Evaluate the effectiveness of completed services.
DH.2.5.2 Analyze treatment outcomes of the dental hygiene process of care to
determine improved health and modifications.
DH.2.5.3 Modify dental hygiene care plans as necessary to meet goals of patient and
clinician.
DH.2.5.4 Identify necessary referrals for success of the treatment outcomes,
including intraprofessional and interprofessional health care providers,
supporting professions and patient advocates.
DH.2.5.5 Accurately document assessment findings and data, dental hygiene
diagnosis and care plan, implementation, outcome evaluation and any
communication between professionals and patient and anyone else in the circle
of care.
Grading Policy:
Patient Care 60%
Instrument Competencies 10%
Radiographs 15%
Professionalism 10%
Attendance 5%
Total Grade 100%
Grading Scale
92-100 A
89-91 B+
83-88 B
80-82 C+
75-79 C
Below 75 R
Incomplete (Not all requirements fulfilled) *N
A cumulative average of 75 must be achieved in each of the didactical and clinical
portions of the course. When a student has not been able to earn a “C” grade or
better, in either category, the student will be required to repeat the course. Some
clinical items will carry a higher weight based on semester. (Clinical
Competencies). *Time frame provided to complete requirements to achieve Pass
Grade.
Students MUST meet the 75% competency level in the Clinical Component to
progress in the Dental Hygiene Program.
A grade of C or better in all DHY courses must be maintained for progression to
the next Dental Hygiene course.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
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• All students are expected to attend punctually every scheduled meeting of each
course in which they are registered.
• Attendance and lateness policies and sanctions are to be determined by the
instructor for each section of each course.
• These will be established in writing on the individual course outline.
Attendance will be kept by the instructor for administrative and counseling
purposes.
The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) requires that students complete a
minimum number of clinical and didactic hours in the program; therefore, students are
expected to attend all class/lab sessions.
Attendance is critical to the successful completion of the program. All program classes
and activities must be prioritized. Scheduling conflicts must be resolved by the student so
that program classes and activities are met.
It is the student’s responsibility to be on time for all classes, labs, and clinical sessions.
Attendance, lateness policies, and sanctions are to be determined by the instructor of
each course. These will be established in writing on the individual course outline.
The penalty for more than two (2) unexcused absences (i.e., a doctor’s note) will be a
loss of credit in this course and will result in the student repeating the entire course.
NOTE: Two (2) tardies will equal one (1) absence.
Consequently, excessive absenteeism and tardiness may impact work ethics and course
grades. Therefore, it may become necessary to withdraw from a course due to excessive
absenteeism.
Other College, Divisional, and/or Departmental Policy Statements:
DRESS CODE
Students are expected to exhibit a professional appearance as noted in the Student
Handbook.
ACADEMIC CONDUCT
The Dental Hygiene faculty adheres to the policy statement governing academic conduct
as outlined in the Bergen Community College Catalog.
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Faculty reserve the right to delay the return of exam grades until all students have taken
the exam and faculty review of the exam has been completed.
Cheating, plagiarism, and unethical behavior will not be tolerated. Any student who has
demonstrated any of the above behaviors will be disciplined according to college
procedures.
*Note: An instructor may establish other guidelines regarding academic integrity
consistent with the College policy.
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Cheating, plagiarism, and unethical behavior will not be tolerated. Any student who has
demonstrated any of the above behaviors will be disciplined according to college
procedures.
Cell phones are not permitted in classrooms, laboratories or clinics unless they are part
of the learning activity.
Students are not permitted to use any type of recording device to tape lectures or clinical
sessions.
Children are not permitted in classrooms and/or laboratories.
Food is not permitted in classrooms, laboratories, clinic reception area or clinical areas.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY
Dental hygienists are health care professionals who ‘focus on preventing and treating oral
diseases.’ They play an important role in society by providing services that contribute to
the health and well-being of individuals and their communities and must always display
ethical behavior. This obligation begins in dental hygiene school and continues
throughout one’s professional career. The American Dental Hygienists’ Association’s
Code of Ethics establishes behavioral standards to guide the public’s expectations of trust
and accountability. These ethical standards include a commitment to honesty,
truthfulness, full disclosure, accuracy, fairness, and integrity. You are expected to be
guided by these standards and follow the Dental Hygiene Department rules of conduct
during any testing situation. All students are expected to pass examinations on their own
merit without assistance and are expected to maintain confidentiality with respect to
examination content. Behavior that results in misconduct or irregularity in the examination
process is a very serious matter. Violation of the rules of conduct or examination
regulations may result in the voiding of examination results or other appropriate
penalties.
The Dental Hygiene Program will adhere to the Academic Integrity Policy of Bergen
Community College, which is stated in the College Catalog. Violation of academic
integrity may be defined to include, but not limited to cheating, plagiarism, falsification
and fabrication, abuse of academic materials, complicity in academic dishonesty, and
personal misrepresentation. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of the behaviors
that constitute academic dishonesty. Please refer to the Bergen Community College
Catalog for more information.
COURSE ISSUES
If a problem arises with any aspect of this course, it is the responsibility of the student
to bring the problem to the attention of the primary faculty member. If the issue
involves any other faculty member, the student will be referred to discuss the problem
with the faculty member that is involved. The primary faculty member will not change
any evaluation grade issued by clinical faculty members.
To facilitate resolution of any issues that may arise, students must follow this protocol.
Students should not make appointments with the Dental Hygiene Department
Academic Department Chairperson, other faculty members or administration without
first addressing the issue with the primary faculty member.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Students who require accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) can request these services from the Office of Specialized Services. To learn
more about how to apply for services, please visit them at: https://bergen.edu/current-
students/student-services-departments/disability-services-office-of-specialized-services/
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Bergen Community College is committed to ensuring the full participation of all students
in its programs. If you have a documented disability (or think you may have a disability)
and, as a result, need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this class, complete
course requirements, or benefit from the College’s programs or services, contact the
Office of Special Services (OSS) as soon as possible at 201-612-5270
or www.bergen.edu/oss
To receive any academic accommodation, you must be appropriately registered with
OSS. The OSS works with students confidentially and does not disclose any disability-
related information without their permission. The OSS serves as a clearinghouse on
disability issues and works in partnership with faculty and all other student service
offices.
SERIOUS ILLNESS, INJURY/PREGNANCY
Overall good health is essential to the practice of dental hygiene. To successfully
complete the program, full participation in all areas of practice is required, regardless of
medical conditions.
A student in the Dental Hygiene Program who sustains a serious illness or injury or
becomes pregnant must present written medical permission to attend classes and
clinical practice at the time of resuming studies.
The pregnant student needs to be aware of the risks of working in the dental field for the
unborn child. Occupational risks include heavy lifting, radiation, chemical, drug, and
toxins exposures, exposure to blood and airborne pathogens.
Pregnant students must provide the Dental Hygiene Department Chair and Clinical
Coordinator with written permission to participate in radiology and clinical courses. The
Health Services and the course instructor must also receive copies of this medical
clearance.
Pregnant students must wear a fetal monitor badge in addition to a radiology badge
during all clinical and laboratory sessions (second, summer, third, and fourth semesters).
A due date must be noted in writing by the attending physician. Please consult wit h the
Department Chair or Clinical Coordinator for more information and necessary forms.
PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY STATEMENT
This course uses Canvas and follows institutional and legal guidelines to ensure the
privacy and confidentiality of all students. Processes and systems used in this course—
including online learning platforms, assessments, and communications—are designed to
protect student information in accordance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act) and institutional policies.
Any submitted assignments, discussions, or evaluations are handled securely and are
accessible only to authorized individuals. Students are encouraged to refrain from sharing
personal health or academic information in public forums and to contact the instructor
directly with any sensitive concerns.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT STATEMENT
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Procedures-Updated-11.2025.pdf
STATEMENT ON ACCEPTABLE USE OF BCC TECHNOLOGY:
Acceptable-Use-Policy.pdf (bergen.edu)
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Bergen Community College provides exemplary support to its students and offers
a wide variety of opportunities and services. A comprehensive array of student
support services, including advising, tutoring, academic coaching, and more, is
available online at https://bergen.edu/currentstudents/.
SIDNEY SILVERMAN LIBRARY ONLINE RESOURCES:
https://bergen.libguides.com/dental