2credit hour(s)Prerequisite:HLTH 1001 Pre- or corequisite:DA 1517 + DA 1519 + DA 1590 + DA 1592 + DA 1593 + DA 2593 This course introduces the field of dental specialties and discusses tasks that can be legally performed by a dental assistant while providing supportive treatment in a dental specialty office. Topics include endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, pediatric dentistry, dental implants, orthodontics, special needs and medically compromised patients. Medical emergencies in a dental facility are also included in this course.