Recognition and detection of such deviations from normal is stressed. Emphasis on inflammation, regeneration, repair, immunity, allergy, oral manifestations of diseases, tumors and developmental disturbances. 2.00 The study of normal and healthy periodontium in order to establish a basis for the understanding of periodontal disease and its treatment. Changes occurring in each periodontal disease at the clinical, microscopic, cellular and biochemical level will be studied. Special emphasis is placed on clinical proficiency and development of professional judgment.
Extramural sites are part of the clinical rotation.
First aid and emergency treatment for drug hyper- sensitivity is included. Top of Page DHG 227 Med Emergencies in Dental Off. Emphasis is placed on ethical and legal considerations, treatment planning and current issues in dental hygiene. Students will become familiar with community agencies on local, state and national levels through community experiences. The course consists of lectures, laboratory and clinical sessions with patients.