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Dental Hygiene (DENT-HYG) - Introduction To Oncology And Practicum
DENT-HYG 4330      Introduction To Oncology And Practicum
Field experience designed to provide the student with personal observation of oncology patients undergoing therapy; chemotherapy for various cancers and surgical treatment and/or radiation therapy for head and neck cancers. A limited opportunity will be provided to assist in treatment planning for oral/dental needs, oral hygiene education, and observation of a head and neck cancer surgery. Laboratory experience will include construction of custom fluoride carriers, demonstration of oral hygiene products and an overview of hospital administration, procedures and in-patient charts, basic oncologic principles and the psychological ramifications of cancer, therapy and rehabilitation.
Faculty: School of Dentistry
Department: Dental Hygiene
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