Preventive Dentistry

Course code DAST 1406

Credit 3.0

Length 90.0 hours

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This course introduces the learner to the causes and contributing factors of dental disease. Preventive materials, procedures and techniques and the role of the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) in the delivery of preventive therapies are emphasized.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Preventive Dentistry
  • Health and Disease
  • Periodontal Disease
  • Hard and Soft Deposits
  • Dental Diseases
  • Oral Self Care Devices
  • Therapeutic Agents
  • Fluoride Therapy

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42147 January 1, 2026
to April 30, 2026
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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42163 February 1, 2026
to May 31, 2026
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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42179 March 1, 2026
to June 30, 2026
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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42210 January 5, 2026
to April 15, 2026
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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60715 May 1, 2026
to August 31, 2026
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Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.