DA5. 500 Dental Anatomy & Histology
An in-depth study of dental terminology as it relates to normal anatomy, physiology and histology of the teeth and associated structures, their embryological development and histological characteristics, the function of oral structures. The universal numbering system for individual teeth is used in extensive detail, surfaces and comparison of similarities and differences of all teeth. Required: Acceptance to the Dental Assistant program.
Offered
Offered Fall only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Describe normal anatomy, physiology and histology of the tooth and its structures. List and identify the oral structures. Identify detailed tooth morphology. Recognize tooth numbering systems for the teeth and their surfaces.