DENT 701 - Dental Science I

DENT 701 Dental Science I

An introduction to the basics of dentistry. Covers subjects of importance to current or potential dental assisting students, including tooth numbering systems, oral anatomy, tooth morphology, tooth structures, oral embryology, oral histology, dental caries, periodontal diseases, oral pathology, disease prevention techniques and nutrition as it affects the oral cavity. (Fall only.)

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: BIOL 130 and Eligibility for ENGL 100
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College of San Mateo

Department: Dental Assisting

Number of Units: 3

This description is for the Fall 2024 term