DES 2051L — Pain Control in Dentistry Laboratory
This course acquaints the dental hygienist with the academic and practical aspects of local anesthetics in dental patients. It provides the student with the required training and infor- mation to safely and effectively relieve pain and reduce anxi- ety in the dental patient. It requires that the student apply knowledge from pharmacology, biochemistry, physiology and anatomy. The student should also realize the competency and ultimate proficiency in the administration of local anesthesia requires repeated administration and self-reeducation. This course is specifically designed to obtain certification for local anesthesia in the State of Florida.