DENT 5310 - SPECIAL NEEDS DENTISTRY

Minimum Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 1
In this course, students will be provided with an introduction to the arena of special needs dentistry; material presented will demonstrate the management and treatment of patients with disabilities/special needs. The primary goals of this course are to introduce the pre-doctoral dental student to common developmental and acquired disabilities, and to provide an increased understanding regarding barriers to care for individuals with disabilities. The focus of the course is to enable the student to understand the necessary parameters of care and modifications to dental treatment to best accommodate individuals with disabilities. The material presented will aid the student in assessing, planning, implementing and monitoring treatment for the patient with special needs. Speakers will include SDM faculty members, as well as guests from various disciplines within the University and external organizations. This course includes lectures, required assignments (reading and/or audio-video) and class discussions.
Academic Career: Dental Medicine
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: ABCF

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