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Pit and Fissure Sealant

Description

Our Pit & Fissure Sealant course, offered through the Grayson College Dental Assisting Program, is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and approved by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE). This comprehensive course covers all the clinical and didactic requirements set by the TSBDE to earn your Pit and Fissure Sealant certificate.

Course Details
Course Number DNTA 2000
Cost $350
Meeting Type In Person
Program Contact dental [at] grayson [dot] edu
Important Information Cancellation Policy
Health Sciences Records Request Form
Register and Pay on Grayson College Storefront External Link

Course Content

  • Understanding Concepts and Principles of Sealants
  • Guidelines for Proper Sealant Use and Application
  • Safety and Effectiveness of Sealants
  • Caries Risk Assessment and Influencing Factors
  • Techniques for Applying Pit and Fissure Sealants and Sealant Products
  • Ethics and Jurisprudence

Materials

Important, Please Read!

Note: Registered students will receive an email 2 or more weeks prior to class start date. If the student does not bring all of the required supplies to class, they will be dismissed from class and re-register for the next available date.

Students must bring the following items to class:

  • 6 sterilized caries-free teeth (premolars/molars) mounted in stone. These can be hard to source, so please begin collecting materials well in advance.
  • Consent for treatment (form in email) from DDS stating which teeth can be sealed on you, or a eligible participant. Please note teeth numbers and surfaces.
  • Sterile pack containing: mouth mirror, cotton pliers, 2 caries detecting explorers (shepherd's hook), articulating paper holder and articulating paper
  • 1 sterilized finishing bur (small round shape)
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste for participant
  • Protective eyewear
  • 1 large unused sterilization bag for instrument return
  • Pen
  • Scrubs or casual attire is appropriate for class

Review the supply list carefully to ensure that you will have all appropriate materials for the clinical portion of the course.

Admissions Requirements

Dental Assistants with a minimum of two years of experience, as determined by their employer, are eligible to enroll. No TSI or transcript requirements, and no immunization records are needed. Students will be registered as Grayson College Continuing Education students, and they can earn 8 CEUs.

Registration Instructions

  • Navigate to the Grayson College Storefront
  • Select the class you wish to attend, fill out the form, and add the course to your cart.
  • Once payment is complete, a receipt for your order should be sent to the email address you provide. Please keep this for your records.
  • You will receive an email once your registration has been processed, informing you of location and any other pertinent details for your training.

Course Dates

Pit and Fissure Sealant Class Dates
Month Day Date
September Saturday 9/19/26
October Friday 10/23/26
November Saturday 11/14/26
December Friday 12/4/26