General and Oral Pathology

Catalog description

DH 4723. General and Oral Pathology. General principles related to pathology with emphasis on abnormal conditions of the head, neck, and oral cavity, including clinical appearance, etiology, and treatment options; common oral lesions and interrelationships between oral and systemic conditions. May include discussion of sensitive health-related topics. This required course is part of the degree plan for the major of dental hygiene. As with all required dental hygiene courses, this course is contextualized in and compliant with the Commission on Dental Accreditation requirements. The content is essential for accreditation and prepares BSDH students for success on the National Dental Hygiene Examination. Three lecture hours a week. Credit: Three hours.