Oral Health Science Courses

  • OHS 103 Oral Anatomy and Physiology (2.5) This course will assist learners in gaining foundation knowledge regarding the anatomy and physiology of the head and neck region. It will also include a focus on the principles of occlusion, and the structure and function of the deciduous and permanent dentition.

  • OHS 104 Oral Histology and Embryology (1.5) This course is designed to provide learners with the foundation knowledge regarding the microscopic structure of oral and dental tissues. It will enable learners to relate embryonic development to the normal and abnormal structures of the head and oral cavity.

  • OHS 201 Oral Health Science 1 (2.5) This course is designed to assist learners to gain foundation knowledge regarding principles of pathology ranging from microscopic details to clinical signs and symptoms. Attention will be directed to systemic and oral pathologies, but the emphasis will be placed on oral pathologies including periodontal pathologies.

  • OHS 202 Dental Biomaterials (2) This course will provide learners with the foundation knowledge related to dental materials with an emphasis on their composition, properties and application. It will include an analysis of the effects of materials on the oral environment, and the effectiveness of specific materials in the prevention and treatment of oral disease. Opportunities will be provided for the manipulation of materials relevant to dental hygiene practice.

  • OHS 203 Dental Radiology (1.5) This course is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the fundamental scientific principles upon which oral radiography is based. They will develop the ability to produce diagnostically valuable radiographs while minimizing client and operator exposure.

  • OHS 301 Oral Health Sciences 2 (2) This course will build on the previous oral health sciences course to assist learners in gaining foundation knowledge in periodontics and nutrition. Particular emphasis will be placed on dietary self-care promotion with a focus on biochemistry as it relates to oral health.

  • OHS 401 Oral Health Sciences 3 (3) This course will assist learners to collaborate with other health care professionals, particularly dental professionals. The emphasis will be placed on periodontic and orthodontic specialties, and will include clinical procedures related to these areas. Learners will also have the opportunity to visit some specialty practices.

 

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Application Deadlines

Early Enrollment:
- Apr. 30. 2012 [Apply Now]

Regular Enrollment:
- Sept. 6. 2012 [Apply Now]