Dental Laboratory Technology
DLT 110- Introduction to DLT
- Discuss the development and enactment of the Dental Laboratory Technology profession within the context of other allied dental health occupations.
- Explain the ethical, legal and regulatory considerations of the practice of Dental Laboratory Technology.
- Demonstrate correct techniques in the foundation skills of the dental laboratory technician.
DLT 120- Dental Anatomy and Occlusion
- Recognize the shape and contour relationship of the normal dentition
- Discuss the relationships between teeth and the investing and supporting structures
- Produce anatomically correct models based on knowledge of the structure and function of the head, neck and oral cavity.
DLT 130- Removable Dental Prosthetics I
- Fabricate appropriate removable prosthetic devices accurately.
- Identify the various fabrication methods of removable dental prosthetics.
- Create surgical templates for implant placement.
DLT 140- Fixed Dental Prosthetics I
- Design fixed dental prosthetics including veneers, inlays, crowns and bridges and attachments.
- Recognize variables that can affect materials used in fabrication of dental prosthetics.
- Identify the various fabricating methods of fixed dental prosthetics.
DLT 210- Removable Dental Prosthetics II
- Produce removable partial prosthetics as specified on the prescription.
- Perform appropriate repair procedures on damaged removable partial prosthetics.
- Recognize variables that can affect materials used in fabrication of removable partial prosthetics
DLT 220- Fixed Dental Prosthetics II
- Produce single and multiunit fixed prosthetic devices as specified on the prescription.
- Recognize variables that can affect materials used in fabrication of fixed dental prosthetics.
- Select the appropriate fabricating method for specific fixed dental prosthetics.
DLT 230- Orthodontic Devices
- Create orthodontic devices as specified on the prescription.
- Recognize variables that can affect materials used in fabrication of orthodontic devices.
- Perform appropriate repair procedures on damaged orthodontic devices.
DLT 240- DLT Specialty Practicum
- Fabricate clinically acceptable work in regard to function and esthetics based on knowledge of mandibular movement and occlusal concepts.
- Follow the specifications on written prescriptions provided for each case.
- Participate in the planning process of the treatment plan through communication with the prescribing dentist.