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First Year
| DSCI 603 |
Biostatistics |
Mark Scarbecz |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 2 |
| This course
in biostatistics is designed to introduce the student to widely used
methods for the analysis of experimental and observational data with
orientation toward statistical inference from dental research. |
| DSCI 659 |
Radiology
and Cephalometrics |
T. Bandeen |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: 2 |
| The course
provides a thorough understanding of craniofacial radiographic techniques
with emphasis on cephalometric roentgenography. The course is designed
to acquaint the student with the use of radiographs, radiation hygiene,
radiographic evidence of pathology, and cephalometric techniques to
assure proficiency in technical skills and in interpretation as needed
for diagnostic procedures. This course consists of lecture and laboratory
instruction. |
| DSCI 705 |
Advanced
Oral Pathology |
Kenneth Anderson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| A course
on pathology of the jaws and contiguous soft tissues and their relationship
to systemic disease. Special emphasis is placed on developing a logical
approach to clinical, roentgenographic, and histopathologic diagnosis;
the relationships between local and systemic disease; and consideration
for appropriate treatment. |
| DSCI 713 |
Microbiology
and Immunology |
David Tipton |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| This lecture
and seminar course is conducted with the assistance of basic science
faculty members with expertise in the areas of microbiology, allergy,
and immunology. Included are lectures on classification, morphology,
Gram staining, attachment, structure, culture, metabolism, identification
and colonization of microorganisms, periodontopathic bacteria, bacterial
metabolism, virulence factors, and attachment mechanisms. Host defense
presentations include lectures on T and B cells, antigens, mitogens,
antibody-mediated reactions, complement, humoral and cell mediated
interactions, cytokines, laboratory immunologic assays and their clinical
significance. |
| PEDI 622 |
Dental
Pediatrics I |
Martin Donaldson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| The course
entails discussions pertaining to the physical, craniofacial, and
oral development of the child. Fluoride therapy and childhood injury
and prevention are presented. The student is also introduced to hospital
and medical emergency protocol. |
| PEDI 635 |
Pediatric
Dental Research I |
Sanford J.
Fenton |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| The student
is required to complete a research project in the field of pediatric
dentistry and write a publishable research paper prior to program
graduation. This course teaches the theory and practice of investigative
research studies including methods for designing experiments, evaluating
experimental data, and writing a research proposal. |
| PEDI 646 |
Literature
Review I |
Martin Donaldson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 2 |
| The literature
review is designed to keep the postdoctoral student familiar with
the current scientific literature as well as to prepare the individuals
for board certification. Topics which are addressed include physical,
psychological and social child development, behavior management, infant
oral health, prevention of oral disease and trauma, histophysiology
of pulp and oral disease, pain and anxiety control, dental materials,
management of the developing dentition, management of the medically
compromised patient, trauma, and medical ethics. |
| PEDI 648 |
Case
Presentation and Analysis I |
Kenneth R.
Carruth |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| The student
presents patient clinical examination records, models, radiographs,
and other diagnostic aids utilized to form a diagnosis and treatment
plan. The diagnosis and treatment plan are presented to faculty and
colleagues for critical review and analysis. |
| PEDI 840 |
Special
Topics |
M. Donaldson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: Variable
(1-5) |
| Directed
readings or special course in topics of current interest. Student
will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from student's
advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment. |
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Second Year
| PEDI 722 |
Dental
Pediatrics III |
Martin Donaldson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| The course
entails discussions pertaining to the physically and mentally disabled
patient and/or associated craniofacial syndromes. Indications and
preparation for pharmacologic behavior management are introduced. |
| PEDI 735 |
Pediatric
Dental Research III |
Sanford J.
Fenton |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 2 |
| This course
encompasses the activities necessary to conduct a formal research
investigation in the field of pediatric dentistry and prepare a publishable
paper based on the findings of the investigation. |
| PEDI 746 |
Literature
Review III |
Martin Donaldson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 2 |
| The literature
review is designed to keep the postdoctoral student familiar with
the current scientific literature as well as to prepare the individuals
for board certification. Topics which are addressed include physical,
psychological and social child development, behavior management, infant
oral health, prevention of oral disease and trauma, histophysiology
of pulp and oral disease, pain and anxiety control, dental materials,
management of the developing dentition, management of the medically
compromised patient, trauma, and medical ethics. |
| PEDI 748 |
Case
Presentation and Analysis III |
Kenneth R.
Carruth |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| The student
presents patient clinical examination records, models, radiographs,
and other diagnostic aids utilized to form a diagnosis and treatment
plan. The diagnosis and treatment plan are presented to faculty and
colleagues for critical review and analysis. |
| PEDI 840 |
Special
Topics |
Martin Donaldson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: Variable
(1-5) |
| Directed
readings or special course in topics of current interest. Student
will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from student's
advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment. |
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Third Year
| DSCI 602 |
Oral
Embryology and Histology |
Harry Mincer |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 1 |
| A study of
the embryogenesis of tissues, organs, and structures of the craniofacial
region. This includes the developmental history of the facial region,
derivatives of the pharyngeal arches, the chondrocranium and its derivatives,
development of the teeth, histogenesis and structure of craniofacial
joints, and development of the neuromuscular system. The periodontium,
oral mucosa, and tongue are covered in this course as well. |
| DSCI 800
Section 2 |
Thesis |
Sanford J. Fenton |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: Dunn |
Credit: Arranged |
| Upon achieving
candidate status, this course must be elected. The preparation of
the thesis is finalized, the results presented, and the oral defense
is conducted under this course number. |
| PEDI 835 |
Pediatric
Dental Research V |
Sanford J.
Fenton |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: 4 |
| This course
encompasses the activities necessary to conduct a formal research
investigation in the field of pediatric dentistry and prepare a publishable
paper based on the findings of the investigation. |
| PEDI 840 |
Special
Topics |
Martin Donaldson |
| Day: TBA |
Time: TBA |
Place: TBA |
Credit: Variable
(1-5) |
| Directed
readings or special course in topics of current interest. Student
will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from student's
advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment. |
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