DNTA 1014 - Dental Science I

Description
This course reviews anatomy and physiology, with a comprehensive study of the head and neck. The student’s understanding of morphological and functional interrelationships of the anatomical structures, as well as the functional relationship of the teeth within the dentition. A unit on microbiology/ oral pathology includes historical contributions to the student of microbiology, recognition of growth patterns, and means of destruction. Body defenses to inflammation, healing and repair, various types of lesions of the oral cavity.

Pre-Requisite
Acceptance into the Dental Assisting programs of study.

4 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours 45 lab hours

4 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Fall

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Students completing this course will:

Analyze general anatomy and physiology
Identify head and neck anatomy as it relates to dentistry
Differentiate dental morphology
Recognize oral histology and oral embryology
Identify specific dental anatomical structures
Identify landmarks of the face and oral cavity
Identify the dentitions, teeth, tooth surfaces, and occlusions
Identify disease processes
Identify processes of disease transmission
Demonstrate effective means of infection control
Differentiate between disinfection and sterilization
Recognize lesions of the oral cavity

General Education Outcomes Supported

Students develop higher order thinking skills.
Students develop information literacy

Standard Practices
Topics list

Review General Anatomy and Physiology
Detailed Head and Neck Anatomy
Tooth Morphology and Surfaces
Structures of the Oral Cavity
Basic Histology and Embryology
Oral Histology
Oral Embryology
Dental Anatomic Structures
Dentitions
Odontology
Structural Odontology
Lesions of the Oral Cavity
General Disease Processes
Disease Transmission
Infection Prevention Protocols
Disinfection Standards
Sterilization Standards

Learning activities

Didactic instruction will be delivered either in the classroom setting or through virtual systems.
Didactic instruction will include models, manikins, videos, and diagrams to reinforce topics discussed.
Laboratory exercises will align with the didactic portion of the course.
Infection Prevention Protocols will be of primary importance and will be integrated into each and every lab process.
Laboratory exercises will utilize models, manikins, and classmates to locate and identify oral and dental structures.
Disinfection and sterilization laboratories will utilize standard dental equipment for training and will include equipment safety training.
Students will learn new terminology and experience varied learning methods to reinforce the General Education outcomes of higher order thinking skills and information literacy.

Assessments

Final grade will be based on the average of all exams, quizzes, homework, and labs.
Examinations: Final written exam is comprehensive and scored on a percentage basis. Final Practical exam is comprehensive of all skills/topics covered during course.
Quizzes: A quiz may be given at any time during the course. Make-up quizzes are at the instructor’s discretion.
Homework: Assignments may be given at any time during the course and will be due when designated by the instructor. Material turned in after designated time/date will not be accepted and will result in a grade of “0”.
Labs: Designed for student to gain skill with new procedures. Labs are scored on a Pass/Fail basis. Students must achieve a Pass in order to advance in course.

Grading guidelines

A=90-100%
B=80-89%
C=70-79%

*You must maintain a grade of C or higher to progress in the Dental Assisting Program.