Oral Anatomy

(3 Credits)

Oral Anatomy provides foundation knowledge of the structure and function of the human dentition, and the development sequence, and the anatomy of associated oral tissues and structures. Opportunities for the application of tooth morphology and terminology to the practice of dentistry are provided during lectures and labs. Lab exercises focus on faculty guided small group interactive study, dental wax-ups, identification of anatomical landmarks on teeth and skulls. In the lab, emphasis is placed on self-assessment during which students reflect on the quality of their work, judge the degree to which it reflects explicitly stated goals or criteria, and revise accordingly. (Fall, Spring-FTRK only)