Program Overview

Introduction to DOH110 Oral Health Sciences 1

DOH110 Oral Health Sciences 1 is an introductory course that commences the study of Oral Biology, establishing foundational knowledge in oral anatomy, histology, and embryologic development. This subject focuses on the healthy development of the oral cavity, enabling students to distinguish health from disease and provide optimal oral health care as oral health care practitioners.

Availability

The course is available in two sessions:

• Session 1 (30) On Campus at Holmesglen and Wagga Wagga Campus
• Session 2 (60) On Campus at Holmesglen and Wagga Wagga Campus

Subject Information

Grading System

The grading system for this subject is HD/FL.

Duration

The duration of this subject is two sessions.

School

This subject is part of the School of Dentistry and Health Sciences.

Enrolment Restrictions

Enrolment in this subject is restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene).

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

• Describe the basic embryological processes and their macro and microscopic interactions that lead to the development of the craniofacial complex and oral region
• Describe the macroscopic anatomy of the head and neck structures and their functions using anatomical terminology with a focus on oral and peri-oral structures
• Describe the morpho-and histo-differentiation stages and the interactions that lead to the development of teeth and periodontium
• Describe the histology of oral and peri-oral structures
• Describe the morphology of deciduous and permanent dentition and the occlusal relationships
• Describe the histology and physiology of tooth eruption and exfoliation
• Explain the clinical manifestation of defects affecting dental hard tissues
• Apply anatomical knowledge in describing disease processes and clinical manifestations of congenital and developmental orofacial defects and accidental and iatrogenic injuries
• Describe the physical and chemical properties of restorative and impression dental materials, their clinical indications and contra-indications, their chairside handling, and their waste management processes
• Describe the microbiology of oral biofilm, host responses, and immune responses

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• Dental Anatomy, eruption & exfoliation
• Oral histology
• Oral microbiology
• Dental materials
• Craniofacial and oral embryology
• Craniofacial and oral anatomy