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DENTCP 640 Endodontics Topics - AN (1)
Students deepen their understanding of endodontic principles within the scope of general dentistry. Emphasis placed on refining knowledge and skills in preparation for clinical endodontic patient care. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: A.
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DENTCP 641 Oral Medicine Topics - AN (1)
Prepares dental students to provide complete dental care for patients with urgent and emergent oral health issues; developmental or acquired disabilities; chronic or acute orofacial pain; neurosensory, chemosensory, or movement disorders; and/or oral problems caused by treatment of cancer. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: A.
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DENTCP 642 Oral Surgery Topics - AN (1)
Students study fundamental concepts in the surgical management of patients in general dental practice, ranging from dentoalveolar procedures to treatment of complex head and neck pathology. Emphasis placed on developing the knowledge needed for effective collaboration with oral and maxillofacial surgery specialists. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: A.
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DENTCP 645 Periodontics Topics - AN (1)
Students expand their understanding of periodontal principles within the scope of general dentistry. Focus placed on foundational knowledge and treatment planning in preparation for clinical periodontal care. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: A.
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DENTCP 646 Practice Management Topics - AN (1)
Provides basic practice management theory and skills, including dental models of oral healthcare delivery, leadership, communication, insurance, and business. Students practice what they learn as they treat patients in the third-year dental clinics. Offered: A.
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DENTCP 647 Restorative Dentistry Topics - AN (1)
Students examine restorative and prosthodontic principles essential to general dental practice. Emphasis placed on evidence-based treatment planning, diagnostic reasoning, and clinical decision-making through case-based learning and literature review. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: A.
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DENTCP 680 Endodontics Clinic (1-, max. 3)
Students perform diagnosis, treatment planning, and endodontic therapy for cases of minimal difficulty within the scope of general dentistry. Learning experiences include assisting peers and graduate students in patient care and completing clinical simulation exercises to strengthen endodontic skills. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: AWSp.
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DENTCP 681 Oral Medicine Clinic ([1/2]-, max. 4)
Students study the diagnosis and management of patients with urgent or emergent oral conditions, developmental or acquired disabilities, orofacial pain, neurosensory or movement disorders, and oral complications related to cancer therapy. Emphasis placed on integrating assessment and treatment principles that prepare students for clinical practice in oral medicine. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: AWSp.
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DENTCP 682 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic (1-, max. 3)
Students manage surgical care ranging from dentoalveolar procedures to treatment of complex head and neck pathology within the scope of general dentistry. Emphasis placed on applying surgical principles and collaborating effectively with oral and maxillofacial surgery specialists. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: AWSp.
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DENTCP 683 Orthodontics Clinic ([0/1]-, max. 1)
Students gain experience in recognizing and managing malocclusion through diagnosis and treatment planning. Emphasis placed on developing sound clinical judgment in orthodontic assessment within general dental practice. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: AWSp.
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DENTCP 684 Pediatric Dentistry Clinic (1-, max. 3)
Students develop foundational skills in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment planning of pediatric dental patients. Focus placed on delivering comprehensive care at a beginner level within the scope of general dentistry. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: AWSp.
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DENTCP 685 Periodontics Clinic ([1/2]-, max. 4)
Students provide periodontal diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapy for cases of minimal to moderate difficulty within the scope of general dentistry. Emphasis placed on identifying patient needs, completing appropriate care, and recognizing situations that require referral to a periodontal specialist. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: AWSp.
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DENTCP 687 Restorative Dentistry Clinic (4-, max. 12)
Students provide comprehensive restorative and prosthodontic care within the scope of general dentistry. Activities include evaluating and treating patients, assisting peers in clinical care, and participating in simulation exercises to reinforce operative and prosthodontic competencies. Prerequisite: all preclinical coursework and DENTCL 620. Offered: AWSp.
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