DHYG 110 - Periodontology

PREREQUISITES: DHYG 101 - Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene, DHYG 102 - Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene Lab, DHYG 103 - Dental Radiography, DHYG 104 - Dental Anatomy, DHYG 105 - Nutrition and Oral Health, DHYG 106 - Oral Histology and Embryology, DHYG 107 - Head and Neck Anatomy
COREQUISITES: DHYG 113 - Dental Radiography Clinic, DHYG 114 - Dental Hygiene Clinic I, DHYG 120 - Pharmacology, DHYG 121 - Medical and Dental Emergencies, DHYG 122 - General Pathology
PROGRAM: Dental Hygiene
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

This course will include a study of the normal and diseased periodontium. The etiology and pathology of periodontal disease will be discussed to include the structural, systemic, functional and environmental factors that impact the disease process. Therapeutic and preventive periodontics including treatment modalities will be emphasized.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

Describe the anatomical, histological, and clinical characteristics of periodontal health.
Explain the etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal disease.
Relate clinical signs to the anatomical changes seen in periodontal disease, with emphasis on inflammation.
Compare and contrast the different classifications of periodontal disease with emphasis on etiology, clinical presentation and treatment.
Formulate a plan of preventive procedures for periodontitis during and after active treatment.
Review the following types of periodontal therapy and explain the indications of:
1. Oral physiotherapy
2. Scaling and root planning
3. Chemotherapeutics
4. Surgical procedures.
Discuss the various types of surgical procedures and the rationale for each type.
Explain the role of the dental hygienist in the treatment and management of periodontal disease.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -