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BSC 8070 Oral Micro and Immun I
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An introduction to the biomedical sciences that provide foundation knowledge to Dental Hygiene students. Topics include biochemistry and microbiology. This information is expanded upon in subsequent biomedical and clinical courses. | 1.5 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8100 Physiology
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Introduces the mechanisms of normal function of the human organism. Emphasis is placed upon the systems acutely concerned with the study of dental medicine, particularly those areas pertaining to the future understanding of pathological processes and therapeutic intervention. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8110 Gross Anatomy
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Lecture and laboratory course consisting of a review of systemic anatomy. An in-depth study of the regional anatomy of the head and neck is introduced and will be continued in Head and Neck Anatomy (BS 8120). | 2 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8120 Head and Neck Anatomy
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A continuation of Gross Anatomy (BSC 8110) which focuses on structures of head and neck anatomy. | 2 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8140 Oral Micro and Immun II
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A continued discussion of immunology, principles and practice of sterilization and disinfection, blood-borne infections, and oral infections. Primary emphasis is on the microorganisms responsible for these infections and how to avoid their transmission. | 2.5 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8150 Histology
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An introductory study of the cell and of the histology of the tissues of the body with special emphasis directed to tissues of the oral cavity. The embryologic development of the face, oral cavity and dental structures is also discussed. Emphasis is placed on the normal structure and function of the mineralized and soft dental tissues and the periodontium. | 3.5 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8180 General Pathology
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Principles of inflammation, repair and regeneration, immunity, tumors, infectious diseases and circulatory disturbances are examined. Selected systems of the body are also covered with regard to what causes common diseases, how they can be prevented or detected early, and how these diseases affect oral care. This course lays the foundation for assessment of the patient health history and for the student to continue her/his dental education with the study of oral pathology. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8190 Infectious Disease for Den Hyg
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This course provides the dental hygiene student with an overview of infectious diseases, emphasizing those that the student is likely to need familiarity with in order to appropriately treat their patients, answer patient questions, and avoid transmitting. | 2 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8210 Nutrition
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Lectures describe the metabolism of various nutrients and their pertinent interrelationships. Class projects demonstrate the role of the dental hygienist in the nutritional assessment and counseling of patients. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8230 Pharmacology
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A study of drugs commonly encountered in dentistry. General principles of pharmacology and drug interactions will be emphasized as well as those drugs concerned with sedation, analgesia, anti-microbial agents, anesthesia, hemostasis, and chemotherapy. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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BSC 8250 Oral Pathology
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Emphasis on clinical oral pathology prepares the student to recognize and diagnose common oral mucosa and bony pathoses in the head and neck area. Emphasis is placed on infectious diseases, developmental conditions, benign and malignant neoplasms, autoimmune diseases, odontogenic tumors and cysts and genetic diseases which have oral and head and neck manifestations. | 2 | 0 | 0 | | |
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