Dental Science II (DENT2040)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2023
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Dentistry School
Units
4
Duration
Two Semesters
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
Clinical Coaching 3 Hours/ Week
Workshop 3 Hours/ Week
3CCO 3WKS
Prerequisite
DENT1020, DENT1050
Companion
DENT2050, DENT2044, DENT2074
Assessment methods
Portfolio, progressive quizzes, written examinations, assignments, practical
Course enquiries
Course duration
This is a year long course. It commences in Semester 1, 2023 and completes in Semester 2, 2023.
Course description
This course will build on the foundations of the Dental Science I course (structure and function of the healthy mouth) and introduce the student to minimal intervention dentistry. An in depth understanding of the sciences underpinning these concepts is the outcome of this course: the epidemiology, aetiology, pathology and prevention of the oral conditions dental caries, periodontal disease, and non carious tooth loss; science of dental materials; diet and nutrition; behavioural sciences, including communication and oral health education.