Foundations of Patient Care VI

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide dental students with a comprehensive and structured review of key concepts tested on the Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE). Using a case-based presentation style, students will apply their knowledge to real-world clinical scenarios that reflect the integrated nature of the exam. The course covers a wide range of topics, including oral pathology, pharmacology, local anesthesia, oral surgery, medical emergencies, and restorative dentistry. Students will engage in interactive case discussions, problem-solving exercises, and mock exam questions to reinforce critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing common clinical presentations, formulating differential diagnoses, and selecting appropriate treatment plans in alignment with the INBDE format. By the end of this course, students will have enhanced their exam-taking strategies, improved diagnostic reasoning, and strengthened their ability to integrate foundational and clinical sciences in preparation for the INBDE.