DENT 5211 - DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT PLANNING 1

Minimum Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 1
This course parallels the curricular theme of the second year, providing the opportunity to acquire and practice basic clinical skills and to prepare students to conduct comprehensive patient evaluations. Topics include: obtaining and interpreting medical, dental and medication histories; assessing the patient's health status; and assessing risk. The course will utilize previously acquired knowledge related to the examination of oral, dental and periodontal structures. Students will apply knowledge from their periodontology courses to diagnose gingivitis and periodontitis. Students will continue to develop their skills in oral disease prevention and health promotion. This course includes lecture, clinical assignments with an upperclassman, and case-based learning activities.
Academic Career: Dental Medicine
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: ABCF

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