Course Descriptions

DEN 212 - Community Oral Health I

1 Credit

Students will explore the fundamental principles of community dentistry and its significance within society. They will examine key areas of evaluating and enhancing the public's oral health. Through a hands-on community project, students will demonstrate their comprehension of effective community interventions. Additionally, the course will equip students with valuable skills in conducting research and critically evaluating scholarly dental literature, fostering their ability to contribute to evidence-based dental practice.

Prerequisite(s): Earn a minimum grade of C in each of the following: DEN 122, DEN 123, DEN 124, DEN 125, DEN 129, DEN 121

Learning Attributes: UR

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Describe methods for community fluoridation.
2. Compare public health and dental public health.
3. Identify specific learning theory models related to a target population.
4. Describe dental indices.
5. Examine community dental health program planning.
6. Describe financial aspects of dentistry as it relates to community dentistry.
7. Identify the methods used in dental research.
8. Analyze current published dental literature.
9. Develop community-based oral health projects.
10. Use interprofessional communication, collaboration and interaction with other professionals to complete a health intervention.
11. Recognize cultural influences impacting delivery of health services to individuals and communities.

Course Offered Fall

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Fall Semester 2024
Intersession 2025
Spring Semester 2025