DENT 5510 - Advanced Topics in Oral Biology and Dentistry

This is a comprehensive course addressing advanced topics in oral biology and dentistry. Topics include: (1) immunology; (2) molecular biology; (3) research methodology; (4) statistics; (5) oral medicine; (6) TMJ and oral pain; (7) pulpal and periodontal biology; (8) diagnosis of oral lesions; (9) radiology; (10) dental materials and other current advanced topics. This course presents topics relevant to the clinical practice of dental specialists. Recent advances in basic sciences and clinical dentistry will be highlighted throughout the course. The course begins in the summer semester and continues through the fall and spring semesters.