Dentistry Courses (DEND, DENC,
DENT)
DEND 101. Gross Anatomy (4.5).
Anatomy of the human body in three parts: musculoskeletal, visceral, head and neck. Special emphasis on the developmental origins and biomechanics of the components of the face and masticatory apparatus.
DEND 102. Dental Histology (5).
Ultrastructure cytology, general histology, and organology. Histophysiological correlations. Development of teeth and supporting tissue. Histology and ultrastructural cytology of the oral region with emphasis on the calcified tissues.
DEND 104. Neurobiology (2).
An integrated approach to the anatomy and physiology of the human nervous system. Analyzes neuronal phenomena at both cellular and systems levels. Focus on the principles of organization of those components related to the neurology of the jaws.
DEND 107. Biochemistry (4).
Structure and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids and their functions in the life processes of the cell.
DEND 115. Dental Health Ecology (2).
Nontechnical aspects of dental practice: ethics, history of dentistry, dental organization, prevention, community dentistry, and purchase of dental care. Dental practice modes observed and discussed: including urban-rural, solo-group, general-specialty. Behavioral science tract introduced.
DEND 116. Introduction to Microbiology and Infection Control (2.5).
Fundamental concepts of bacteriology, virology and their role in systemic and oral disease. Rationale and principles of infection control in the dental environment.
DEND 119. Biostatistics and Skill Development in Evaluating Dental Literature (1).
Students initiate evaluation of experimental design and apply analytical statistics to the critical reading of dental literature.
DEND 121. Preventive Periodontics (1).
A laboratory lecture and clinical course in basic procedures including scaling, polishing, instruction in home care, and a system of instrumentation for thorough prophylaxis in preparation for clinical treatment. An understanding of the formation, composition, and relation of dental plaque to the occurrence and prevention of periodontal disease. Emphasis on periodontal health and recognition of early disease condition.
DENC 122. Preventive Periodontics Clinic (1).
Companion clinical component to DEND 121. Clinical application of methods for the prevention and maintenance of periodontal health on patients. The importance of patient education, motivation, and cooperation in present methods of prevention and plaque control.
DEND 127. Principles of Radiography (1.5).
Concepts of matter, properties and generation of radiation radiobiology, and factors entering into the production of a diagnosis radiograph. Laboratory exercises to study the effects of projection geometry, kilovoltage, milliamperage, exposure time, and processing techniques on radiographic images. Introduction to radiographic anatomy and the special radio graphic projections employed in clinical practice. Assignments in admitting clinic.
DEND 128. Physical Evaluation (1.5).
Obtaining proper history and techniques for physical evaluation of the patient as components in patient assessment. Assignments in admitting clinic.
DEND 162. Dental Anatomy and Masticatory Dynamics (4).
Descriptive anatomy of masticatory structures with emphasis on teeth, deciduous and permanent, and the temporomandibular joint. Detailed study of the arrangement of teeth, function of groups of teeth, mandibular movements, and the fundamental concepts of the functional relationships between the dentition and the temporomandibular joint.
DENC 162. Dental Anatomy and Masticatory Dynamics Laboratory (3.0).
Companion preclinical component to DEND 162. Laboratory exercises and assignments include drawings, wax-ups, tooth identifications, use of adjustable articulator.
DEND 168. Prosthodontic Technology (4).
A lecture-demonstration-
laboratory approach to complete denture prosthesis construction. Emphasis on certain fundamental biological considerations of the edentulous patient, such as the oral membranes, muscles, bones, and phonetics and how they relate to the technical aspects of denture constructions.
DENC 168. Prosthodontic Technology Laboratory (2.0).
Companion preclinical component to DEND 168. Each student constructs a complete set of dentures using laboratory manikin as patient. Although DENC 168 was conceived as a technic course, one of its principal objectives is to prepare the student for the clinical aspect of dental education.
DEND 182. Facial Growth and Development (1).
Introduction to the normal and abnormal path and development of the human face.
DEND 191. Dental Ergonomics (1).
Instruction and demonstration in the objectives of four-handed dentistry. Causes and treatment of fatigue and stress in the treatment room, criteria for the selection of functionally designed dental equipment, chair/positioning for the doctor, patient, and auxiliary, aspiration and retraction, instrument and material transfer, and various delivery systems. Clinic assignments.
DEND 211. General Pathology (4.5).
General principles of pathology; etiology; retrograde changes; inflammation and repair; bacterial, viral, and mycotic infections, and disturbances of growth presented as an introduction to a more detailed consideration of oral pathology. The pathology of the organ systems.
DEND 214. Oral Pathology (4).
Disease and abnormalities of the teeth and adjacent hard and soft tissues. Includes periodontal, pulpal, and periapical disease as well as cysts, tumors, developmental anomalies, and oral aspects of systemic disease. Lectures, laboratory exercise, and clinical pathologic conferences.
DEND 215. Immunology and Medical Microbiology (4).
Principles of immunology and continuation of fundamental concepts of bacteriology and virology, and their interrelationships in systemic and oral disease processes.
DENC 217. Free Clinic (0).
Voluntary clinical experience in a community dentistry program for children and adults. Open to all students. Diagnosis and clinical training in all forms of emergency and comprehensive health care which includes preventive, restorative, oral surgery, endodontics, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
DENC 218. Free Clinic (0).
See DENC 217.
DEND 222. Periodontics (1).
A comprehensive course in periodontology including etiology, diagnosis, radiographic, interpretations, and prognosis.
DENC 222. Periodontics Clinic (1.5).
Companion clinical component for DEND 222. Students observe and assist at periodontal surgical procedures on moderately advanced periodontal disease. Treatment includes root planning, curettage, occlusal adjustment, minor tooth movement, and case maintenance.
DEND 227. Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning (1).
Study of the oral manifestations of systemic as well as local disturbance and disease. Treatment planning based on correlation of fundamentals taught in diagnosis, preventive dentistry, and restorative dentistry. Principles of diagnosis. Collection and analysis of data in patient evaluation, health assessment, treatment decisions and comprehensive treatment planning.
DENC 227. Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Clinic (0.5).
Companion clinical component for DEND 227. Clinical experiences consisting of four components: assignments in the admitting and radiology service where students carry out examinations of the newly admitted patients and evaluate their problems and needs; radiology seminar where the technic and interpretation of the radiographs taken by the students are discussed; assignments to the emergency service where the students diagnose and treat a variety of acute oral complaints: and clinical conference with a staff member where the student carries out comprehensive diagnosis and treatment planning for the patients treated in the clinics.
DEND 231. Management of Medical Emergencies (1.5).
Patient evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of life-threatening emergencies that may arise in the course of dental treatment. Includes instruction in basic life support and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
DEND 242. Physiopharmacology (4).
The study of cellular, tissue, organ, and system physiology as a basis for the understanding of pharmacology. Lectures presenting fundamental principles, mechanism of action, metabolic fate, essential characteristics, and therapeutic application of drugs. Discussion of problems in the development, use, and evaluation of chemical agents.
DEND 248. Endodontics (1.0).
Introduction to methods and materials necessary for successful root canal therapy.
DENC 248. Endodontics Laboratory (0.5).
Companion laboratory component to DEND 248. Complete endodontic treatment performed by each student on extracted teeth using gutta percha.
DEND 251. Oral Surgery: Applied Anatomy of the Head and Neck (0.5).
Review of head and neck anatomy with clinical correlations.
DEND 252. Oral Surgery: Local Anesthesia and Pain Control (1).
Anatomy pertaining to local anesthesia. Drug used in local anesthesia and technic of administration. Management of complications. Slides and clinical demonstrations.
DEND 267. Removable Partial Denture Design and Survey (4).
Recognition of clinical situations that require partial denture therapy are developed. Introduction to the terms used in removable partial prosthodontics.
DENC 267. Removable Partial Denture Design Laboratory (1.5).
Partially edentulous casts are diagnosed, designed, surveyed, and contoured for path of insertion, prepared for rest seat areas, and finally tripoded for further orientation by each student on his or her own casts. The laboratory course further develops the concepts presented in the lecture series.
DENC 270. Prosthodontic Clinic (0.5).
Introduction to clinical removable prosthodontics. Clinical treatment under close supervision of preclinical instructors.
DEND 272. Basic Procedures in Restorative Dentistry (5).
Lectures, demonstrations and instruction in the basic concepts of restorative dentistry, including amalgam and composite restorations, caries removal, proper instrumentation, placement of cement bases and liners and the design of more extensive restorations for badly broken down teeth. The rationale and design of single tooth and fixed-partial prosthesis are also presented.
DENC 272. Basic Procedures in Restorative Dentistry Laboratory (5.5).
Companion laboratory component to DEND 272. Exercises in restorative dentistry in the preclinical laboratory include tooth preparation and restoration and related techniques. Crowns and fixed-partial prosthesis are constructed on a typodont according to the principles presented in the lecture.
DEND 282. Orthodontics (1).
Presents principles of orthodontics including relevant areas of applied growth and development, diagnosis methods, biomechanics and techniques. Histological and physiological changes due to orthodontic tooth movement and biomechanics and laboratory techniques related to the fabrication and use of suitable orthodontic appliances. Biomechanical principles, and the materials science and biologic background necessary for proper clinical management of these appliances.
DENC 282. Orthodontics Laboratory (1).
Companion laboratory component to DEND 282. Application and fabrication of various orthodontic appliances.
DEND 284. Dentofacial Morphology (1).
Lectures, demonstrations, quizzes. Ontogenesis of occlusion in the face of the growing child, demonstrated with animated motion pictures and serial cephalometric roentgenograms. The application of Bolton Standards of normal development from birth through the "ugly duckling" stages and adulthood. Differentiation of normal variability from those variations leading to abnormalities; emphasis on the facial form, mixed dentition, and case analyses; and the responsibilities of the practicing dentist in childhood oral health.
DEND 291. Dental Auxiliary Management (0.5).
Lectures in the principles of auxiliary management. Overview of organization management, communications skills, duty delegation, organization of works, occupational hazards, and related issues.
DEND 304. Clinical Neuroscience (2).
Neurologic assessment and patient evaluation, clinical neurology diagnosis, treatment of neurologic disorders of the head and neck, and diagnosis and management of TMJ problems.
DEND 312. Oral Cancer Diagnosis (1).
Lecture and discussion of the etiology, epidemiology, differential diagnosis, and psychosocial impact of oral cancer. Legal and ethical responsibilities in diagnosis and detection of malignant oral tumors, oral complication of cancer therapy, dental management, surgical treatment and radiation therapy. Principles of early detection, treatment, and rehabilitation.
DENC 317. Free Clinic (0).
See DENC 217.
DENC 318. Free Clinic (0).
See DENC 217.
DEND 320. Issues and Trends (1).
Controversial issues affecting dentistry. Practice location decision making and individual interaction with the Ohio Dental Practice Computer Search Program. Critical analysis of sample articles in the dental literature.
DEND 321. Periodontics (1).
Case analysis and treatment planning for various conditions of periodontal disease. Case presentation to patients. Basic surgical technic and advanced types of periodontal surgery demonstrated. Occlusal analysis and occlusal adjustment considered.
DENC 322. Periodontics Clinic (1.5).
Companion clinic component to DEND 321. Clinical treatment in conjunction with residents and faculty.
DENC 328. Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Clinic (1).
Treatment planning based on the correlation of fundamentals taught in diagnosis, preventive dentistry, and restorative dentistry. Clinical experience in the application of didactic training consists of four components; assignments in the admitting and radiology service where students carry out examinations of the newly admitted patients and evaluate their problems and needs; radiology seminars where the technic and interpretation of the radiographs taken by the students are discussed; assignments to the emergency service where the students diagnose and treat a variety of acute oral complaints; and clinical conferences with a staff member where the student carries out comprehensive diagnosis and treatment planning for the patients treated in the clinics.
DEND 330. Principles of Medicine (2).
Lecture and patient presentation. Emphasis on relationships between dentistry and medicine. Medical history presented as a tool in screening. Meaning of positive findings discussed. Student participation is sought. Students are encouraged to present medical problems encountered in their own clinic practices.
DEND 332. Geriatric Dentistry (1).
Background on the changing demographics of our population, as well as knowledge about the medical, social and dental problems faced by many of today's elderly. Approaches to treatment planning and the provision of care for this unique segment of the population are explored.
DEND 342. Clinical Pharmacology (2).
Drugs useful in dentistry with special emphasis on their clinical application.
DEND 348. Endodontics (1.0).
Biology of the pulp, diagnosis of pulpal and periapical pathology, and philosophy of endodontic therapy. Biomechanical treatment of all root canals, filling of root canals using gutta percha and silver cones. Introduction to surgical endodontics with its indications and contraindications. Pharmacology of drugs associated with endodontic therapy.
DENC 348. Endodontics Clinic (1.5).
Companion clinical component to DEND 347. Clinical application of all these principles.
DEND 351. Oral Surgery: Clinical Practice of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Part I (1).
Physical evaluation of patient before removal of teeth. Technic of tooth removal. Complications during and following tooth extraction and their management. Pre-prosthetic minor surgery.
DEND 352. Oral Surgery: Hospital Dentistry and Advanced Topics (2).
Hospital procedures and protocol and the management of surgical complications and emergencies. General principles of surgery as applied to selected topics.
DEND 354. Oral Surgery: Clinical Practice of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Part II (1).
Removal of impacted teeth and postoperative complications. Management of cysts and other soft and hard tissue pathology of the oral regions. Management of trauma to the facial structures. Pre-prosthetics and orthognathic surgery in contemporary dental practice. Temporomandibular joint disorders.
DEND 355. Inhalation Sedation (0.5).
Physiopharmacology of nitrous oxide use. Indications, contraindications, and complications.
DEND 360. Dental Implants (1).
Multidisciplinary approach to the use of implants in dentistry. Emphasis on careful case selection and the restoration of implants.
DEND 364. Operative and Esthetic Dentistry (2).
Lectures and demonstrations. The indications, contraindications, limitations, and use of modern techniques and materials in operative and esthetic dentistry.
DENC 364. Operative Dentistry Clinic (1.5).
Companion clinical component to DEND 364. Clinical application of the basic principles of operative and esthetic dentistry.
DEND 368. Removable Prosthodontics (2.0).
Develops basic principles previously taught for clinical application. Instruction in immediate denture, partial denture, and overdenture prosthesis. Lectures and audiovisual demonstrations relating to cleft palate, TMJ disturbances, and cosmetic prosthesis of the face.
DENC 368. Removable Prosthodontics Clinic (1.5).
Companion clinical component to DEND 368. Clinical experiences in removable prosthodontics.
DEND 371. Occlusion Seminar (1.5).
An introduction to gnathological principles: Terminology, procedures and instrumentation. Correlation of history and clinical symptoms with treatment modalities emphasized. Use of bite planes, centric relation registration, and diagnostic wax-up on mounted casts.
DEND 374. Fixed Prosthodontics (1.5).
Further development of principles introduced in DEND 272, with emphasis on diagnosis and treatment planning in fixed prosthodontics. Discussions and demonstration of elementary and advanced methods of restoring occlusion, esthetics, and speech using fixed prostheses.
DENC 374. Fixed Prosthodontics Clinic (1.5).
Companion clinical component of DEND 374. Clinical experiences in fixed prosthodontics.
DEND 378. Pediatric Dentistry and Applied Nutrition (2.5).
Principles and practices of modern dental care for children presented. Special diagnostic, preventive, and treatment procedures applied to dental caries, malocclusion, and periodontal disease in children. Emphasis on current concepts of behavior guidance of children in the dental treatment setting.
DENC 378. Pediatric Dentistry and Applied Nutrition Clinic (1.5).
Companion clinical component of DEND 378. Applied principles and practices of modern dental care for children through clinical experiences.
DEND 382. Orthodontics (1).
Instruction through lectures and audiovisual programs enabling the student to gain judgment, knowledge, and skills to select and treat uncomplicated tooth irregularities in children and adults. Advanced topics in comprehensive orthodontics such as surgical orthodontics and cleft palate treatment.
DENC 389. General Practice Dentistry Clinic (3).
Each student is assigned for clinical training to a preceptor group led by a practicing general dentist. The preceptor guides the students in diagnosis, treatment planning, and actual patient treatment with consultation in various specialties as required. Experiences in the provision of emergency dental care. The preceptor directs the 2total dental health care of the patients of each of his students. Biweekly seminars are provided for each preceptor group. Special topics, student cases, techniques, and journal articles are discussed.
DENC 390. General Practice Dentistry Clinic (3).
See DENC 389.
DEND 394. Dental Patient Management and Risk Management (1.0).
Principles of patient management and risk management.
DEND 411. Clinical Oral Pathology (1).
Clinical features of oral lesions as a basis for differential diagnosis. Clinical slides representing a variety of diseases. Additional slide material available for study outside the classroom. Students are encouraged to participate in classroom discussions.
DEND 416. Practice Administration (1.5).
Management principles, marketing, practice models, performances measures, costs, overhead, and fees, break-even point, accounting principles, procedures, and systems. Accounts receivable and payable, financial statements, borrowing credit, contracts. Patient management, practice configurations, retail dentistry, office design, equipment selection, peer review, and financial management.
DENC 417. Free Clinic (0).
See DENC 217.
DENC 418. Free Clinic (0).
See DENC 217.
DEND 420. Jurisprudence and Professional Ethical Responsibility (0.5).
Legal issues, common law, property, torts and crime contracts, malpractice, and forensic odontology. Ethical dilemmas encountered in practice. Small group discussions.
DENC 422. Periodontics Clinic (0.5).
Clinical application of surgical and non-surgical techniques used in the treatment of moderate periodontal disease. Students exposed to more advanced cases through clinical demonstrations by instructors. Students encouraged to gain additional experience and become more confident in the management of periodontal patients.
DEND 424. Occupational Safety in Dental Practice (0.5).
This course presents the various rules and regulations currently enforced by government agencies (such as OSHA and the EPA) concerning infectious microorganisms, hazardous agents and other circumstances inherent to dental practice.
DEND 426. Oral Diagnosis, Medicine and Radiology Seminars (1).
Problem and case analysis directed towards a better understanding and ability in the management of patients with complex needs or medical problems; geriatric patient and the medically compromised.
DENC 428. Oral Diagnosis, Medicine and Radiology Clinic (0.5).
Clinical experience in the admitting and radiology service.
DEND 445. Therapeutic Pharmacology (1).
Drugs useful in dentistry with special emphasis on their clinical application.
DENC 448. Endodontics Clinic (1).
Clinical application of the principles of endodontics therapy. Diagnosis and treatment planning. Management of endodontic emergencies and prognosis of endodontic treatment.
DEND 455. Oral Surgery: General Anesthesia and Sedation (0.5).
Patient evaluation for anesthesia. Anesthetic agent and techniques for inhalation and intravenous anesthesia. Medical emergencies. Postanesthetic management. Sedation techniques. Pharmacology of anesthetic agents.
DENC 458. Oral Surgery Clinic (0.5).
Clinical application of the principles of oral surgery.
DENC 464. Operative Dentistry Clinic (1.5).
Clinical application of the principles of operative dentistry.
DENC 468. Removable Prosthodontic Clinic (1.5).
Clinical application of the principles of prosthodontic dentistry.
DENC 474. Fixed Prosthodontics Clinic (1.5).
Treatment of patients requiring simple and advanced fixed prostheses as an integrated part of total patient care.
DENC 478. Pediatric Dentistry Clinic (1).
Emphasizes comprehensive oral health care of the well child to provide experience in examining, diagnosing, treatment planning, and completing treatment of a selected number of children (including treatment of handicapped children).
Preventive aspects of pediatric dentistry emphasized. Additional voluntary experiences in clinical practice of pediatric dentistry available.
DENC 482. Orthodontics Clinic (1).
Clinical application of the principles of orthodontics.
DEND 486. Senior Options Program (0).
Choice from elective courses in various subject areas. Designed to allow additional study in areas of particular interest to a student, to promote flexibility within the curriculum, and to enrich the educational experience. Various teaching methods are used, including seminar, lecture, laboratory, and clinic. Class size and duration of courses vary. Participation in all options courses is available to all fourth year and a limited number of third year students.
DEND 488. Case Presentation and Clinical Lectures (2).
Selected cases presented by students and instructors emphasizing diagnosis, treatment planning, and complete patient care. Topics of special interest covering the concepts of total patient care and recent advances in dental treatment are presented by guest lecturers and faculty.
DENC 489. General Practice Dentistry Clinic (5).
Comprehensive dental care. Each student is assigned for clinical training to a preceptor group led by a practicing general dentist. The preceptor guides the students in diagnosis, treatment planning, and actual patient treatment with consultation in various specialties as required. Experiences in the provision of emergency dental care. The preceptor directs the total dental health care of the patients of each of his students.
DENC 490. General Practice Dentistry Clinic (5).
See DENC 489.
DENT 501. Biological Aspects of the Stomatological System (2).
Comprehensive lectures on biological matters related to dentistry: cell biology, molecular biology, bone biology, immunology, microanatomy and genetics.
DENT 503. Facial Growth and Development (2).
Emphasis on the qualitative, quantitative and interactive changes during postnatal craniofacial growth and development.
DENT 504. Advanced Facial Growth (2).
Student participation in seminar evaluation series dealing with problems and controversies apparent in the literature in regard to theories of growth, development, and aging. Emphasis on the craniofacial literature, but not exclusively.
DENT 505. Dentofacial Anomalies (1).
This course is designed to provide the student with the practical experience regarding the multidisciplinary aspects of diagnosis and treatment of patients with craniofacial anomalies. Observation of team sessions, and active participation in patient examinations, diagnosis and treatment planning.
DENT 506. Concepts of Occlusion (Orthodontics) (1).
Course given in a continuing education format and deals with the spectrum of gnathology. Subjects include the physiology of occlusion, record taking and mounting of cases, laboratory and clinical exercises in occlusal equilibration, splint construction, set-ups, positioner construction, and the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of various TMJ disorders. Instruction is carried out by the use of lectures and laboratory and clinical exercises.
DENT 508. Practice Management (Orthodontics) (1).
Seminar and demonstration course designed to prepare the student for all phases of the "business" of orthodontics as well as the responsibility of being a "professional." Management of the departmental clinic, (procedures, policies, use of departmental equipment, and photography), private practice management (lectures and seminars on office location and layout, staff policies and procedures, office forms, bookkeeping systems, and case presentation), office visitations (in private practices), and the business community, and ethics through the use of guest speakers on jurisprudence, personal and professional insurance, accounting, estate planning, banking, office design, organized dentistry and investments.
DENT 509. Advanced Dental Studies: variable subtitles (credit as arranged).
A course for non-degree seeking students who wish to pursue special post-doctoral studies in the School of Dentistry. Arrangement made through the department and the Associate Dean for Graduate Studies.
DENT 510. Epidemiology and Biostatistics (3).
A presentation of modern research technology necessary to acquaint the student with a broad spectrum of scientific approaches and to prepare for a research project, including an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics.
DENT 512. Advanced Oral Pathology (3).
Lectures and seminars on the clinical and histopathologic characteristics of many of the common oral diseases. Special emphasis on developing a logical approach to clinical and histopathologic diagnosis. Each participant is required to study a set of microscopic slides. Participation is expected for in-class discussion of the clinical and histopathologic material presented.
DENT 513. Anatomy of the Head and Neck (3).
Rigorous detailed study of structures fundamental to dental specialty training, principally through prosection, dissection and self-study. Emphasis on functional relationships as they relate to growth, development, and clinical treatment. Lectures in osteology, cutaneous innervation and blood supply of the face, muscles of facial expression and mastication, cranial fossa, autonomic nervous system, parotid region, temporal and infratemporal fossae, major nerves of the face, and arteries and lymphatics of the oral cavity.
DENT 515. Interdisciplinary Seminar (1).
A weekly seminar in which faculty and student research is presented and discussed. Each degree candidate required to present a portion of their thesis research to the seminar group. The course is designed to inform student of the research interests and areas of expertise of the faculty, and give some indication of the types of thesis research projects acceptable. Minimum of two semesters of registration and a presentation is required for all degree seeking students.
DENT 520. Advanced Periodontal Seminars (1.5).
Registration in each semester is required for students in the periodontal program. Series of seminars covering clinical, histological, and physiological aspects of the periodontium in health and disease, etiology, diagnosis, prognosis, prevention, and treatment of periodontal disease, as well as the relationship of periodontics to other phases of clinical dentistry.
DENT 522. Orthodontic Diagnosis Seminar (1).
Registration in each semester is required for students in the orthodontics program. Series of weekly lectures and seminars covering the science of orthodontic diagnosis. Initial two courses consist of lectures on the techniques of diagnosis, various diagnostic aids, and case planning. The following three courses consist of seminars where the students perform diagnoses, plan treatment and critique cases from the department leading to an evaluation of over 600 cases per student. The final semester is used for long-term follow-up clinic where patients are recalled many years after treatment for reevaluation and treatment outcome assessment. During the last two semesters, discussions include clinic problem cases and cases closed-out during the year by graduating students in conjunction with the instructors who supervised the case.
DENT 523. Clinical Specialty Seminar (Orthodontics) (2).
Registration in each semester is required for students in the orthodontics program. This course is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty and student evaluation of past and present literature. Sessions are used to evaluate current timely literature, and lectures and seminars compliment the clinical experiences with topics including patient management, treatment of various aged populations and malocclusions, orthopedic appliances, treatment of patients with special needs, and various aspects of fixed and removable mechanotherapy. History of orthodontics, differing treatment philosophies, and new developments in treatment are included.
DENT 524 Clinical Specialty Seminar (Pedodontics) (1).
Alternate registration in DENT 690 for non-degree seeking residents.
DENT 529, 530. Oral Diagnosis/Oral Medicine Seminars I and II (2,2).
Seminar and clinicopathological conferences designed to establish the principles essential for problem-oriented evaluation of the dental patient and patient-oriented treatment planning. Special emphasis placed on state of the art of dental diagnostic sciences and therapy as reflected in the current literature and on understanding the normal physiology of the various organ systems and the pathophysiology of disease states of special interest. Residents are exposed to current philosophies related to their fields of interest in oral diagnosis, oral medicine, and treatment planning, become familiar with the current and accepted medical and/or pharmacological management of systemic problems, become knowledgeable about the reciprocal influences of oral and systemic disease, and learn to understand the basis and the need of modification of dental treatment.
DENT 531, 532. Clinical Oral Diagnosis/Oral Medicine I and II (2,2).
Clinical practice designed to facilitate the development of skills essential in oral diagnosis, oral medicine, and treatment planning. Special emphasis placed on eliciting medical and dental histories, with a review of the organ systems, physical examination, radiographic interpretation, and the correlation of laboratory findings with the historical, clinical, and radiographic data; and assessing the functional state of various organ systems on the basis of recorded medical history and the correlation of significant clinical, radiographic, and laboratory findings. The resident learns to formulate a treatment plan; initiate appropriate medical consultation or referrals, respond to consultation requests from other health professionals, and provide appropriate dental/pharmacotherapy as dictated by the presence of a particular disease.
DENT 533, 534. Board Literature Review in Pediatric Dentistry I and II (1,1).
Comprehensive discussion of over one hundred articles in preparation for specialty boards. Alternate registration in DENT 690 for non-degree seeking residents.
DENT 535, 536. Fundamentals in Pediatric Dentistry I and II (1,1).
A seminar series to review selected topics towards understanding the basic principles in clinical pediatric dentistry. Alternate registration in DENT 690 for non-degree seeking residents.
DENT 539, 540. Principles and Practice of Radiography I and II (2,2).
Discussions and clinicopathological conferences designed to examine the principles and practice of panoramic radiography. Special emphasis placed on the theory of rotational panoramic radiography, the biological effects of panoramic radiography, panoramic films, screens, and processing, common errors made in panoramic radiography, and radiographic interpretation. The resident will develop both didactic and clinical skills essential to minimize radiation exposure while maximizing the yielding of diagnostic information.
DENT 541, 542. Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology I and II (2,2).
Clinical practice designed to provide training in oral and maxillofacial radiology. Emphasis on specialized equipment and the provision of technical assistance in the radiology clinic. The resident see patients on a referral basis to perform and interpret studies requiring the use of the panoramic technique, sialograms, and intraoral studies; and generates a standardized radiographic report for the referring clinician.
DENT 549, 550. Clinical Pharmacology I and II (1,1).
Lectures presenting the pharmacology of all major drug groups, with particular reference to clinical dentistry. Objectives are to prepare the resident to obtain the maximum benefit with the minimum risk from drug therapy and to recognize the dental ramifications of medically prescribed drugs. Clinically orientated lectures on the use of drugs in dental practice and the effect of medically prescribed drugs on dental patients.
DENT 551, 552. Physio-Pharmacological Basis of Oral Medicine I and II (1,1).
Lectures and case conferences present the normal physiology of organ systems, the incidence of significant variations, the pathophysiology of disease states of special interest, the principles of current and accepted medical and/or pharmacological management of these conditions, and the basis for modification of dental therapy.
DENT 553, 554. Current Concepts in Medicine I and II (2,2).
Guest lecturers discuss medical topics of special interest to the dentist, and hospital rotations will provide opportunities to develop clinical skills in related medical fields. The resident is exposed to current treatment philosophies and recommendations relative to comprehensive patient care, learns to communicate with other health care professionals, and develops a holistic attitude toward patient management.
DENT 555. Management of Medical Emergencies (1).
This course covers the diagnosis and management of common medical emergencies, with special emphasis on patient evaluation and history taking to prevent such emergencies in the dental office. Venipuncture technique and the use of emergency equipment are demonstrated. Also included is a basic course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, with practical demonstrations and examinations that lead to certifications in basic CPR.
DENT 556. Clinical Neuroscience (2).
Seminars in clinicopathological conferences explore a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to diagnosing and treating patients with TMJ-MPDS. The problem will be discussed from the point of view of anatomy, physiology, pathology, psychology, pharmacology, and various clinical disciplines as they relate to the temporomandibular joint. The seminars will be reinforced by clinical experience.
DENT 561. Periodontal Histopathology (1).
Lectures and seminars designed to acquaint the student with the basic pathological processes associated with periodontal disease. Discusses the histopathogenesis of periodontal diseases as it relates to implications for treatment of such conditions.
DENT 562. Advanced Oral Radiology (1).
Uses and hazards of radiation; principles of radiographic technic, including laminography and cinefluorography. Interpretation and correlation of radiographs of normal and pathologic tissues.
DENT 564. Advanced Principles of Occlusion (1).
Structure and function of all anatomic components involved in occlusion, mechanics of articulation and mastication; recording of mastication patterns; diagnosis of occlusal dysfunction; relationship to neuromuscular and temporomandibular joint anatomy and pathology; treatment technic used in gnathology.
DENT 570. Orthodontic Literature Review (1).
Seminar course. Familiarizes students with classical and contemporary orthodontic literature. Provides students with broad knowledge of orthodontics. Students develop more scientific attitude which enables them to think and to question, rather than to blindly accept words in print. Students introduced to contemporaneous areas of interest. Possibilities for further research discussed.
DENT 571. Biology of Orthodontic Tooth Movement (1).
Acquaints students with knowledge of tissue reactions incident to orthodontic mechanotherapy. Various clinical and experimental principles of orthodontic tooth movement evaluated. Histology and biochemistry of mineralized and nonmineralized tooth-supporting tissue; tissue reactions of orthodontic tooth movement in cellular and subcellular levels. Biochemical principles of bone resorption and deposition.
DENT 572, 573, 574. Advanced Specialty Principles-Preclinical I, II, III (Orthodontics) (1,2,2)
Initial topics provide instruction and laboratory exercises including band formation, impressions, study model construction, wire bending and soldering. Tweed, Begg and straight-wire techniques performed on typodonts. Topics dealing with materials and mechanics used in orthodontics. Laboratory projects designed to prepare the student for clinical procedures. Later topics place emphasis on record gathering, diagnosis, case planning, treatment, retention and periodic review of case progress. Thirty to thirty five case assignments are made to each student for treatment under faculty supervision. A comprehensive clinical examination in preparation for board examination is given in the third course of this series.
DENT 575, 576. Advanced Specialty Principles In Pediatric Dentistry I and II (2,2).
Weekly seminars. Graduate students present and discuss care of children with the staff and consultants. Discussion centers around assigned readings from current biosciences literature. Supplemented by clinical specialty practice. Four semesters and two summer sessions. Alternate registration in DENT 690 for non-degree seeking residents.
DENT 577, 578. Clinical Periodontics I and II (3,3).
Clinical practice of periodontics supplemented by case evaluation and treatment planning. A comprehensive study of normal and diseased periodontal tissues including etiology and diagnosis. Current modes of therapy-rationale technic, and prognosis. Four semesters and two summer sessions.
DENT 580. Orthodontic-Oral Surgery Conference (1).
A seminar series involving a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of patients with severe craniofacial deformities. Begins in the fall of each year (continuing for four semesters) with a series of lectures, followed by assignment of patients supervised jointly by the departments of orthodontic and oral surgery. Meetings held bimonthly to review patient progress, plan treatment, and present cases for discussion. Each student involved in all phases of treatment; presurgical orthodontics, the surgical procedure, finishing orthodontics, and retention.
DENT 583. Surgical Anatomy of the Head and Neck (2).
Dissections to cover surgical approaches for oral surgical procedures.
DENT 586. Limited Tooth Movement for the Dental Specialist (2).
A review of the rationale for orthodontic treatment in periodontally diseased and in pre-restorative dentitions. Lectures, audiovisual programs, and technique sessions. Diagnosis, treatment planning, and various methods of tooth movement.
DENT 587. Periodontal Prosthesis (1).
A survey of the interrelationships of periodontal and restorative treatment approaches. Stresses selection of appropriate fixed and removable prosthesis for the periodontal patient. Integration of the periodontal and restorative phases of treatment discussed through documentation of appropriate clinical cases.
DENT 588. Hospital Rotation (2).
Students are assigned full time to anesthesia service and perform such duties as directed by anesthesiology staff: preoperative evaluation of patients, indications and contraindications for specific methods of anesthesia, relationship of medical problems to anesthesia risks, assisting in preparation of patients for anesthesia, intubation and anesthesia management; assisting in the management of complications and post-anesthetic recovery management including monitoring of vital signs, blood gases, EKG etc; participation in post-anesthesia rounds and conferences, and other assigned duties as assigned.
DENT 590. Endodontology (3).
Scientific rationale for endodontic practice. Endodontic anatomy, physiology, pathology and microbiology. All treatments and techniques studied and substantiated by current and classical research.
DENT 591. Endodontic Literature Review (3).
Provide scientific basis for present and future treatment. Instructs students in critically evaluating literature. Provides format for lifelong self education. Specific journal assignments summarized, evaluated, and presented for group discussion weekly.
DENT 592. Clinical Endodontic Specialty (3).
Students present case histories as they encounter them in clinic. Cases discussed in detail and critically evaluated by colleagues and graduate endodontic faculty. Past endodontic literature discussed in detail as each student presents a topic assigned by faculty. Problems in clinic discussed. Several guest endodontists present various techniques and perform them.
DENT 601. Research (credit as arranged).
DENT 629, 630. Oral Diagnosis/Oral Medicine Seminars I and II (2,2).
Advanced seminars and clinicopathological conferences deigned to establish the principles essential for problem-oriented evaluation of the dental patient and patient-oriented treatment planning. Special emphasis placed on state of the art of dental diagnostic sciences and therapy as reflected in the current literature and on understanding the normal physiology of the various organ systems and the pathophysiology of disease states of special interest. Residents are exposed to current philosophies related to their fields of interest in oral diagnosis, oral medicine, and treatment planning, become familiar with the current and accepted medical and/or pharmacological management of systemic problems, become knowledgeable about the reciprocal influences of oral and systemic disease, and learn to understand the basis and the need for modification of dental treatment.
DENT 631, 632. Clinical Oral Diagnosis and Oral Medicine II (2,2).
Advanced clinical practice designed to facilitate the implementation of principles and establishment of skills essential in oral diagnosis, oral medicine and treatment planning. Residents acquire experience in supervising the oral diagnosis clinic, provide instruction to dental students and provide appropriate dental care for patients with systemic disease.
DENT 639. Radiation Biology (2).
Lectures and conferences dealing with the biological effects of ionizing radiation and factors that may modify radiation damage. Effects of diagnostic, therapeutic, and long-term low-dose exposure presented. Appropriate mediation hygiene and protection of the patient and public; occupational hazards discussed. Current literature reviewed and discussed.
DENT 640. Radiation Physics (2).
Lectures and conferences dealing with the fundamental principles of radiation physics as they relate to medical radiology, diagnostic radiology and maxillofacial radiography. Current literature reviewed and analyzed.
DENT 641, 642. Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Radiography I and II (2,2).
Clinicopathological conferences for the development of advanced diagnostic skill in oral and maxillofacial radiology. Emphasis on interpretation of intraoral, sinus, TMJ, panographic, sialograms, nuclear scans, tomographs, arthrograms, and CAT scans. Recognition of normal and pathologic change in the skull and maxillofacial complex.
DENT 643. Advanced Radiological Techniques (1).
Didactic, clinical and laboratory experiences to develop technical skill in oral and maxillofacial radiography. Emphasis on special examinations maxillary sinuses, skull, cephalometrics, TMJ, sialography and tomography. Radiographic interpretation from the point of view of radiographic appearance, differential diagnosis, and related clinical and laboratory findings.
DENT 651. Thesis (M.S.D.) (credit as arranged).
Subsections for each program area of study: Endodontics, Oral Medicine, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry or Periodontics.
DENT 653, 654. Current Concepts In Oral Medicine I and II (1,1).
Medical topics of special interest to the dentist. Hospital rotation provides opportunities in the development of clinical skills. Current treatment philosophy related to comprehensive care, communication with other health professional and development of holistic care.
DENT 655. Practicum in Dental Diagnostic Sciences (1).
Residents assigned didactic teaching duties in principles of oral diagnosis, radiology and medicine. The student is required to develop one or more audiovisual teaching modules.
DENT 657, 658. Clinical Conference I and II (TMJ) (1,1).
DENT 661, 662. Conscious Sedation I and II (2,1).
Didactic portion covers physical evaluation, physiology, pharmacology, emergencies, and techniques. Cardiac monitoring, basic life support, and advanced cardiac life support. Supervised clinical experiences.
DENT 663, 664. Implant Dentistry I and II (Periodontics) (1,1).
Designed to enhance the understanding of current concepts and the role of the in the multidisciplinary treatment of the patient. Clinical demonstration, participation, and case presentation.
DENT 682. Radiology and Cephalo-metrics (1).
A lecture and laboratory course in cephalometric roent-genography leading to a through understanding of craniofacial radiographic techniques. Use of x-rays and radiation hygiene, and technical and interpretive proficiency.
DENT 683. Advanced Cephalometrics (1).
Extension of lectures and laboratory for further study of cephalometric technique and includes its use in the assessment and prediction of growth, the effects of treatment, the limitations of the techniques, and its value as a research tool.
DENT 685. Literature Review in Periodontics I (1).
Comprehensive discussion of selected articles related to clinical periodontology and basic sciences of significance to periodontal research and therapy.
DENT 686. Literature Review in Periodontics II (1).
Comprehensive discussion of selected articles related to clinical periodontology and basic sciences of significance to periodontal research and therapy.
DENT 687. Periodontal Conference I (1).
Presentation of treated patients with advanced periodontal disease. Discussion of the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Critical review of the different surgical procedures used in therapy and evaluation of postoperative results.
DENT 688. Periodontal Conference II (1).
Presentation of treated patients with advanced periodontal disease. Discussion of the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Critical review of the different surgical procedures used in therapy and evaluation of postoperative results.
DENT 690. Pediatric Dental Residency Training: variable subtitles (as arranged).
Allows registration for non-degree seeking students in graduate level courses at the direction of the department.
DENT 695. Oral Surgery Residency Training: variable subtitles (as arranged).
Allows registration for non-degree seeking students in graduate level courses at the direction of the department.
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