Principles of Periodontics.

Catalog description

Semester course; 20 lecture/seminar hours. 1.5 credits. May be repeated for a maximum of four credits. Must be taken for two consecutive semesters. Reviews the principles of the basic science of periodontology, including anatomy of the periodontium, classification, etiology, diagnosis, scaling and root planning, and treatment planning. Reviews the indications and contraindications for management of complex periodontal problems. Reviews the principles of non-surgical and surgical techniques.