DEH 1003 - Dental Anatomy and Histology

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Clinic Hour(s): 2
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Dental Hygiene Program
Formerly DEH 103 Introduces the general anatomy of the face including terminology, anatomic landmarks, and tooth identification. Specific focus is placed on the anatomical and histologic features of the teeth and other structures of the oral cavity. Introduction to the embryology of the face, oral, and nasal cavities is presented, as well as development of the teeth and histological features of the various components of the teeth and surrounding structures.