DHYG 2210 - Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy

This course involves the study of basic dental terminology, tooth form, function, notation systems, tooth morphology, eruption, and exfoliation patterns.  Course activities include examination of natural teeth, teeth models and skulls.  This course also involves the study of histologic structure of the elements in the head and neck region with emphasis on the embryonic development of the orofacial region.

Prerequisites:
Admission to the Dental Hygiene program required.

Credits: 3

Lecture/Lab Hours: 3 lecture hrs/week

Comments: Prior to Fall 2010, DHYG 2210 was listed as DHYG 3410 - Oral Histology/Embryology