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Course Details

DEN 124   Periodontology
   
Lecture: 02 Lab: 00
Clinical:  00 Credit: 02
   
Components:  None
Prerequisites: Enrollment in Dental Hygiene Program and DEN 110
Corequisites:   DEN 130
   
This course provides an in-depth study of the periodontium, periodontal pathology, periodontal monitoring, and the principles of periodontal therapy. Topics include periodontal anatomy and a study of the etiology, classification, and treatment modalities of periodontal diseases. Upon completion, students should be able to describe, compare, and contrast techniques involved in periodontal/maintenance therapy, as well as patient care management.
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