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DENH 330 Dental Hygiene Care for Diverse Populations

The focus of this course is on identifying and analyzing factors that affect access to oral health care across various populations. Students will examine the impact of culture, health literacy and racism on oral health outcomes and the dental workforce. Work is designed to understand the influence of health disparities, inequities and barriers to care on the oral health of communities.

Prerequisites

Special information

Prerequisites: Admission into the Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program (BSDH) or by special permission of Dental Hygiene Department Director.
3 Undergraduate credits

Effective December 15, 2025 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Analyze oral health disparities, barriers to care and inequities among various population groups
  • Apply concepts of culture and cultural respect to oral health care and clinical practice
  • Describe the influence of health literacy in relation to access and outcomes of oral health care
  • Examine the impact of racism on oral health care and the dental workforce

Fall 2026

Section Title Instructor books eservices
50 Dental Hygiene Care for Diverse Populations Branca, Elizabeth T. Books for DENH-330-50 Fall 2026 Course details for DENH-330-50 Fall 2026