STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Demonstrate knowledge of the clinical structures of the oral cavity.

 II.     Demonstrate knowledge in the morphological characteristics of all the teeth (primary and permanent dentitions).

 III.    Demonstrate knowledge and skills of dental anatomy.  This is shown through the manipulation of dental wax in a manner that reproduces sound anatomical tooth form (on prepared typodont teeth).  These skills along with tooth identification are necessary to demonstrate adequate ability to replace missing tooth structure as indicated in clinical restoration procedures.

 IV.     Demonstrate knowledge of the intra-arch relationship of the teeth.  This knowledge will allow the student to identify those characteristics of the teeth which can affect the health of the supportive structures.  Specific areas of discussion include proximal contact areas, height of marginal ridges, interproximal surface contour, and embrasure form.

         A.      Demonstrate knowledge of the eruption sequence of the primary and permanent dentitions.

 V.      Demonstrate knowledge of occlusion.

 VI.     Demonstrate knowledge of the embryonic development of the face and oral cavity.

 VII.    Demonstrate knowledge of tooth development.

 VIII.   Demonstrate knowledge of the histological characteristics of the tissues of the teeth and the surrounding periodontal structures.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      The Appearance of the Oral Cavity

 II.     Terminology

 III.    Introduction to Dental Anatomy

 IV.     Permanent Anterior Teeth

 V.      The Permanent Premolars

 VI.     The Permanent Molars

 VII.    Occlusion

 VIII.   The Primary Dentition

 IX.     Introduction to Histology

 X       Embryonic Development of the Face and Oral Cavity

 XI.     Tooth Development

 XII.    Tooth Enamel

 XIII.   Dentin

 XIV.    Tooth Pulp

 XV.     The Oral Mucous Membrane

 XVI.    The Gingiva

 XVII.   The Salivary Glands

 XVIII.  Tooth Eruption and the Shedding of the Primary Teeth

 XIX.    Temporomandibular Joint