DHYG-302 : Dental Materials Lecture / Laboratory

Dental materials science is the study of materials used in dentistry and medicine to restore or replace any structure(s) within the oral cavity. The course will discuss the chemical composition, mechanical, physical properties and biological characteristics of metals, ceramics, polymers of composites and natural materials. The main goal of this course is to provide the essential information required to assist the dental hygienist with the selection, manipulation, placement and care of those materials used in their specialty. It will also expand their skills and knowledge in a variety of clinical applications of other materials used in general and restorative dentistry.