The lecture includes principles of sterilization and disinfection, hard and soft deposits including plaque, calculus and stain, patient assessment, instrumentation and preventive dental care. A study of the osteology of the skull as an introduction to the anatomy of the head and neck. A survey course in oral biology, including aspects of oral biochemistry, oral physiology and oral microbiology followed by an overview of gross anatomy to introduce students to head and neck anatomy. An introductory course in general and oral histology describing the morphology of cells, tissues and selected organ systems. A brief description of the embryology of the head and neck is also included.
Course provides students with an understanding of permanent and primary tooth forms and occlusion.
A clinical course where the students apply the skills learned in D.H. 301, D.H. 307, D.H. 309 and the new skills acquired in D.H. 320 and ARD 326. A systematic study of the structures of the head and neck. I is a theory and laboratory techniques course emphasizing preventive and maintenance procedures. A brief, general course on the immune system and how it relates to health and disease. The course covers basic aspects of dental materials, including chemical and physical properties, clinical applications, and techniques of handling materials commonly used in dental practice.