221 Introduction to Dentistry (1) History and current role of dental science in the health services field; review of research; overview of dental procedures with laboratory experience and practice observation.
402 Formal Science-Writing (2) A scientist-taught, lecture-workshop-tutorial format for developing skills in formal science-writing (e.g., abstracts, journal articles, grants). Not open to students in the School of Dentistry. Prerequisite: upper division standing in science and preprofessional majors.
702 Physical Diagnosis (2) Didactic and clinical experience in physical diagnosis relevant to practice of the dental specialties. Lecture, 1 hour; demonstration, 1 hour.
703abcdefhij Seminar: Combined Treatment Planning (2 each) Interdisciplinary consideration of complex cases which involve several of the dental specialties.
704abc Oral Biology (1-13 each) Interdisciplinary consideration of contemporary biology of the cell, bone, teeth, periodontium, occlusion, dental pulp, pain and human growth and development.
705 Biomaterials in Developmental Dentistry (1) Metallurgy and the mechanical properties of orthodontic wires: selection and attachment of wires, orthodontic force delivery systems, and tissue adaptation to tooth movement. Lecture, 1 hour.
706 Seminar: Diseases of Childhood (2) Childhood disorders with emphasis on disease with dental implications; genetic disorders and oral-facial syndromes. Seminar, 2 hours.
707 Behavior of the Child Patient (2) Child and adolescent psychological growth and development: Human communication, needs, motivation, and learning. Critical analysis of patient management, team treatment, and practice administration. Lecture, 2 hours.
710 Internship: Dental Education (1-5) Practical experience teaching predoctoral students. Units and hours variable.
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