DENT 137 Dental Specialties

4 credits

This course emphasizes the special needs of patients. Dental specialty practices and armamentarium are discussed. This course will also introduce the student to common pathology of the oral cavity which they may encounter.

Prerequisites: DENT 111, DENT 112, DENT 115, DENT 124, or instructor permission.

Quarters Offered: Fall, Spring

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of common procedures and instrumentation for pediatric dentistry
Demonstrate an understanding of common procedures and instrumentation for endodontics
Demonstrate an understanding of common procedures and instrumentation for oral surgery
Demonstrate an understanding of common procedures and instrumentation for periodontics
Demonstrate an understanding of common procedures and instrumentation for orthodontics
Demonstrate an understanding of common oral pathologic conditions which may be encountered in the dental office