DHYG 416 Oral Pathology

3 credits

This course builds on the first year Dental Science courses and continues to focus on aspects of the health/disease continuum. Advanced concepts of immunology are presented. Case studies facilitate preparation of student presentations of clinical cases. Topics covered include oral and periodontal pathologies.

Prerequisites: All Quarter 5 DHYG BAS courses

Corequisites: All Quarter 6 DHYG BAS courses

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define specific soft and hard tissue pathologies and variations of normal of the orofacial region
Explain methods for detecting and recording hard tissue pathological observations
Recognize pathologies of the teeth and surrounding tissues
Describe pathologies of the teeth and surrounding tissues
Demonstrate accurate documentation of soft and hard tissue pathological or variations of normal clinical observations

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: 30 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30