Dental Hygiene: voice: 956.364.4697
voice: 956.364.4690
toll-free: 800.852.8784
Department Chair: Barbara Bennett voice: 956.364.4697 Email: Dental Hygiene
Mailing Address: Dental Hygiene
TSTC Harlingen
1902 North Loop 499
Harlingen, TX 78550
Location: The Dental Hygiene office is located in the Sen. Eddie Lucio Health Science Technology Building
Office Hours: M - F: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Dental Hygiene
The Dental Hygiene Program at Texas State Technical College is fully accredited by the American Dental Association Joint Commission on Accreditation.
A dental hygienist is a preventive oral health professional licensed in dental hygiene who provides educational, clinical and therapeutic services supporting health through the promotion of oral health.
A dental hygienist is the member of the dental health team responsible for providing treatment that helps prevent oral disease such as dental caries (cavities) and periodontal disease (gum disease) and for educating the patient on the maintenance of optimal oral health. This professional is especially knowledgeable about the preventive aspects of dental disease. |
Most dental hygienists practice in private dental offices, but
other employment opportunities include federal, state, and local health departments, hospitals and nursing homes, school districts and other educational settings, correctional facilities and Health Maintenance Organizations.
COMPLICANCE WITH BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS STANDARDS AND OTHER REGULATORY POLICIES
TSTC Dental Programs comply with all institutional, local, state, and federal regulations on bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases, ionizing radiation, and hazardous materials. Students in the Dental Programs will follow all CDC, OSHA, and other protective policies to protect themselves and their patients from occupational exposures to these potential hazards.
Reviewed Date: 05/10/08
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