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DHY 114 - Dent Hyg Anatomical Science

Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Open
Dental anatomy supplemented by lectures, quizzes, exams and discussions on the development, morphology and functions of the teeth, as well as principles of dental charting. Anatomy and physiology of the head and neck including mastication.
Prerequisite: BIO 164  
Competencies
  1. Compare the dentitions of humans including any anatomical structures
    1. Identify either deciduous or permanent teeth by their proper name, when given a diagram or description of their function, arch posi­tion, or alternative name
    2. Identify the type and number of deciduous or permanent teeth per quadrant, arch, and in total
    3. Identify the type and number of teeth which are anterior or posteri­or
    4. Name the three major functions of the human dentition, or select the correct response from a series of choices which relate to these functions or their applications
    5. Select the correct response from a series of choices which describe the steps involved in the evolution of the human dental mechanism, or how these steps relate to form and function
  2. Describe the dentition using correct terminology and definitions
    1. Provide the proper definition, or select the correct definition or description from a list, for any structure presented in the sections covering general anatomy and anatomical structures
    2. Recall a knowledge of dental formulae by supplying, or selecting from a list, the correct information regarding a given dental formu­la
    3. Provide, or select from a list, the correct definition, or application thereof, for any of the dentition classifications studied
    4. Differentiate among the following terms by correctly defining, or by selecting the proper response from a series of definitions or their applications
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of the dental numbering systems presented
  4. Indicate the normal eruption sequence for each of the teeth in the decidu­ous and permanent dentitions
    1. Define, or correctly identify from a list, the three periods of man’s dentition, as well as identify the approximate time intervals of their existence, and normal initiation and termination events
    2. Define the term “succedaneous.”
    3. Select from a list the tooth or teeth which are succedaneous
  5. Demonstrate a knowledge of the morphology of each surface of the crown as well as the root of each of the teeth in the deciduous and permanent dentitions
    1. Identify, or select from a list, the proper name for tooth surfaces, or thirds of tooth surfaces
    2. Name line or point angles
    3. Provide an understanding of lobes by correctly selecting from a series of choices, or identifying from a two-dimensional diagram, the number and names of the lobes of the anterior and posterior teeth, the major portions of each tooth which compose lobes,
    4. Differentiate between the general axial positions of any of the various perma­nent teeth, by selecting the correct response from a series of descrip­tions or diagrams
    5. Differentiate between the crown surfaces of teeth by matching them with their correct general shape (triangular, trapezoidal, or rhom­boidal), or by relating the shape to the specific function of the tooth
    6. Differentiate between contact areas by providing, or selecting from a series of choices the correct information which relates to the
    7. Describe the compo­nents, boundaries, or functions of the interprox­imal space
    8. Describe embrasures by providing, or selecting from a series of choices the correct
    9. Describe the correct information regarding the proper location of the height of contour on the facial and lingual surfaces of the teeth, and its major contribu­tion to gingival health
    10. Differentiate between the levels, depths, and directions of curvature of the cervical lines on all surfaces of both anterior and posterior teeth, by describ­ing them, or by choosing the correct response from a series of choices
    11. Describe the proper location and form of marginal ridges and facial line angles, and their relationship to embrasure form
    12. Identify the normal location of central grooves and occlusal anato­my of posterior teeth
    13. Identify the type of root structure neces­sary for proper function of the different teeth, and the general rules regarding tooth roots and normal number of branches
    14. Demonstrate a knowledge of the protective functional form of the teeth, by correctly labeling, or choosing between diagrams which illustrate proper and improper form, or by matching specific tooth form with its complementary physiologic activity
  6. Make comparisons among the general characteristics of the teeth in the deciduous and permanent dentitions
    1. Demonstrate a knowledge of the morphology of each surface of the crown and root of all deciduous teeth by
    2. Make comparisons between specific deciduous teeth and their permanent counterparts, where appropriate, by describing the differences, or selecting the correct information from a list
    3. Determine from a diagram or description which deciduous tooth is being described, or illustrated
    4. Provide the correct universal number or Palmer notation for a given diagram or description of any deciduous tooth
  7. List the functions of the pulp
  8. Demonstrate a knowledge of the normal pulpal anatomy and morphology of all the teeth in the deciduous and permanent dentition
    1. Define any of the anatomical terms relating to the pulp, or select the correct definition, or application thereof, from a list, when given the term or a description or application of a term
    2. Describe the changes which occur in the pulp and pulp cavity due to develop­ment, aging, or pathology
    3. Differentiate between the various pulp sections by describing or selecting the correct response from a list regarding their feasibility by x-ray, or any of their advantages or disadvantages
    4. Identify from a diagram or written description of any of the com­mon sections of the pulp cavity, which permanent tooth is being described or diagrammed
    5. Demonstrate a knowledge of the commonly observed differences from normal pulpal morphology for any of the individual perma­nent teeth
    6. Demonstrate a knowledge of the anatomy and components of a normal maxil­lary molar triangle
  9. List the purposes for dental charting
  10. Explain which materials are considered parts of the permanent record
    1. Identify the components of the personal patient information sec­tion
    2. Relate appropriate recordings in the treatment rendered section
    3. Describe the charting area of the patient record.
  11. Record the services rendered accurately and completely
  12. Differentiate between anatomic and geometric tooth diagrams and correct­ly identify tooth surfaces on each diagram
  13. Explain techniques for caries detection
    1. Define dental caries
    2. Name the type of microorganism that is primarily responsible in the forma­tion of dental caries
    3. Outline the process of dental caries
    4. Recognize the terminology used to describe carious lesions
    5. Describe the five classifications of dental caries
    6. Describe the clinical characteristics of dental caries during
  14. Use a sequence or set routine to accomplish complete and accurate chart­ing of signifi­cant alterations in the dentition
  15. Recall applicable definitions from general anatomy
  16. Identify the cervical vertebral column and its features
  17. Summarize the bones that compose the skull, their characteristic fea­tures and the related structures these bones form
    1. Define the following terms
    2. Distinguish between the paired and single bones
    3. Identify the following bones of the face, their characteristic fea­tures, and the related structures these bones form
    4. Identify the following bones of the cranium, their characteristic features, and the related structures these bones form
    5. Identify the following fossae
    6. Identify the hyoid bone and state its location
    7. Identify the following paranasal sinuses and state which meatus each drains into
    8. Locate the nasocrimal duct
    9. Name the sinus which is the most clinically significant to the dental profes­sion
    10. Identify the major sutures of the skull
    11. Recognize the boney anatomical features that may be visible on a panoramic radiograph
  18. Describe the function, characteristics of, and identify anatomical structures of the face, lips, oral cavity, oral vestibule, pharynx, hard and soft palate, sublingual area, tongue and gingiva
  19. Explain the origin, insertion and action of each of the muscles of mastica­tion, suprahy­oid and infrahyoid muscles, and the muscles of the face, lips, tongue, and pharynx
    1. Differentiate between the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the tongue
    2. Identify the related features of the pharynx
  20. Summarize the components of the temperomandibular joint using correct definitions and terms
    1. List the three main classes of joints
    2. Discuss the TMJ’s classification as a compound ginglymodiarthro-dial joint
    3. Describe the three bony components of the TMJ
    4. Identify the following structures on a diagram
  21. Explain how the TMJ structures interrelate with each other during move­ments of the mandible
    1. Describe the design or shape of the structures listed above in relation to the anatomical structures which surround them and their function in movement
    2. Relate the role that muscles of the head and neck play in specific mandibular movements
    3. Name the neutral mandibular positions
    4. Recognize five clinical conditions which may cause pain in the TMJ
  22. Discuss TMJ dysfunction and treatment
    1. Define crepitus
    2. Define dislocation
    3. Describe the reduction of a TMJ dislocation
    4. Recognize the terms
  23. Interpret the anatomic features of the salivary gland, the properties and functions of saliva and the stimuli which activate salivary flow
    1. Identify features of the following salivary glands
    2. Describe the role the following play in the histophysiology of salivary glands
    3. Recall the clinical symptoms and cause of the following
  24. Analyze the phases of deglutition
    1. Define tongue thrust
    2. List the clinical symptoms and treatments of tongue thrust
  25. Summarize the major classification of nerves
    1. State the function of the autonomic nervous system
    2. List two divisions of the autonomic nervous system
  26. Recall the branches, major functions, classification and characteristics of the twelve cranial nerves
    1. State the major functions, classification, and characteristics of all branches of Cranial Nerve V (Trigiminal) and Cranial Nerve VII (Facial)
    2. Identify the trigeminal and facial nerves and their branches on a diagram
    3. Indicate the area that each of the follow­ing nerves innervates
  27. Trace the path of blood flow from the heart to the common carotid arteries and their branches
    1. Identify the anatomical location of the two principle arteries that supply the head and neck
    2. Identify the branches of the internal and external common carotid arteries and their corresponding branches in regard to
  28. Identify the anatomic location the veins of the head and neck
    1. Describe the mode of action for venous return in the head and neck
    2. State the significance of the internal jugular vein in regard to the venous return from the head
    3. List the venous sinuses
  29. Identify on a diagram the anatomic location of the lymph node chains of the head and neck
  30. Discuss the role of the lymphatic system and its components
    1. Define lymphadentitis
    2. Differentiate between the two main sets of lymph systems
    3. Describe the terminal drainage point of the lymphatic system
    4. Name the two lymph node chains most often involved in dental infections
    5. List six clinical conditions which may cause swelling of the lymph nodes



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