Aug 06, 2026  
2025-2026 College Catalog and Student Handbook 
  
2025-2026 College Catalog and Student Handbook

DEH 2602 - Periodontics



Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program and completion of the program’s semester one and two core courses with a C or better
Corequisite(s): None
An intensive comprehensive study of chronic inflammatory periodontal disease. Analyzes and correlates etiology, immunology, clinical and radiographic diagnosis, treatment planning, prognosis and oral therapy. Emphasizes the role of the dental hygienist in preventive oral therapy. Clinical experiences are coordinated with DEH 1800 . Periodontal procedures included in this study are within the legal scope of practice of the dental hygienist.
Semester Hours: 2 credit hours
Semester Offered: Fall
Fees: None
Course Designations: AS only