Histopathology

This course will feature the study of diseases of the oral region with an emphasis on clinical appearance and oral manifestation of epithelial diseases and soft tissue diseases. The definition, clinical and histologic features, treatment, and prognosis of selected disease entities are presented in a didactic manner.

This course will introduce the study of diseases of the oral mucosa with an emphasis on clinical appearance. The definition, clinical and histologic features, treatment, and prognosis of selected disease entities will be presented in a didactic manner. Diseases of the oral and facial region will be presented and the discussion of the clinical and histological basis of disease classification, development of the differential diagnosis, biomedical implications, and treatment and prognosis within the context of health disparities.

This course will feature the study of diseases of the oral region with an emphasis on clinical appearance and oral manifestation of systemic diseases with particular focus on diseases likely encountered in general dental practice, those that are rare but serious, and those that are unique to the jaws. The definition, diagnosis, clinical and histologic features, treatment, and prognosis of selected disease entities are presented in a didactic manner.

This course will feature the basics of research methodologies. Student will utilize developed skills to draw on resources for the application of ethical decision making as it pertains to research. The processes of critically appraise and its application, will be used to evaluate scientific and lay literature as it relates to providing evidence-based patient care. Participants will use critical thinking and problem-solving skills in employing research methods. Students will be exposed to career information and guidance for research opportunities. Finally, students will be able to understand research in the context of health disparities.