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Apr 28, 2024
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Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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DHYG 426 Oral Pathology II2 credits
This course builds on DHYG 416 Oral Pathology I . Disease aspects of the health/disease continuum are further explored. Advanced concepts of immunology are presented. Case studies facilitate preparation of student presentations of clinical cases. Oral pathological concepts as they relate to the continued study of periodontal pathologies are discussed.
Prerequisites: DHYG 411 , DHYG 412 , DHYG 413 , DHYG 415 , and DHYG 416
Corequisites: DHYG 422 , DHYG 423 , and DHYG 425
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Define specific soft and hard tissue pathologies of the orofacial region
- Explain methods for detecting and recording hard tissue pathological observations
- Describe pathologies of the teeth and periodontium
- Demonstrate specific periodontal therapies, including their techniques, applications, and limitations
- Complete a pathology/periodontal research project
Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcome:
- be prepared to successfully complete all licensing exams required to practice in Washington State and obtain an entry-level position as a dental hygienist
Total Hours: 20 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 20
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