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Administrative Master Syllabus
Course Information
Course Title
Orofacial Anatomy, Histology & Embryology
Course Prefix, Num. and Title
DHYG 1301
Division
Allied Health
Department
Dental Hygiene
Course Type
WECM Course
Course Catalog Description
The histology and embryology of oral tissues, gross anatomy of the head and
neck, tooth morphology, and individual tooth identification.
Pre-Requisites
Offered only to students admitted to Dental Hygiene program
Co-Requisites
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Semester Credit Hours
Total Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours:
Lab/Other Hours
3:3:1
Equated Pay Hours
3.5
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Lab Hours
1
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Clinical Hours
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Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Practicum Hours
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Other Hours Breakdown
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Approval Signatures
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Prepared by:
Department Head:
Division Chair:
Dean/VPI:
Approved by CIR:
Carol Derkowski
Digitally signed by Carol Derkowski
Date: 2020.06.04 11:50:51 -05'00'
Carol Derkowski
Digitally signed by Carol Derkowski
Date: 2020.06.04 11:51:05 -05'00'
Carol Derkowski
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Date: 2020.06.04 11:51:17 -05'00'
Paul J. Quinn
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Date: 2020.06.05 11:22:23 -05'00'
Paul J. Quinn
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Date: 2020.06.05 11:22:52 -05'00'
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Additional Course Information
Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information regarding lab,
practicum, and clinical or other non-lecture instruction).
Enter Topical Outline Here.I. Introduction to Head and Neck Anatomy
A. Surface Anatomy
B. Skeletal System
C. Muscular System
D. Temporomandibular Joint
E. Vascular System
F. Glandular Tissue
G. Nervous System
H. Anatomy of Local Anesthesia
1. Overview of Anatomical Considerations for Local Anesthesia
2. Maxillary Nerve Anesthesia
3. Mandibular Nerve Anesthesia
I. Lymphatic System
J. Fascia and Spaces
K. Spread of Dental Infection
II. Embryonic development of the face and oral cavity
A. Cellular proliferation and differentiation following fertilization
B. Formation of 3 primary germ layers
C. Establishment of primitive mouth
D. Early development of the face
E. Later development of the face
F. Development of the palate
G. Early development of the teeth
III. Histogenesis of dentin
A. Origin and development of odontoblasts
B. Formation and growth of dentin
IV. Microscopic structure of mature dentin
A. Physical properties
B. Chemical composition
C. Structure
D. Different types of dentin
E. Age and functional changes
V. Histogenesis of enamel
A. Origin, development of ameloblasts
B. Formation and growth of enamel
C. Hertwig’s epithelial root sheath
D. Junctional epithelium
VI. Microscopic structure of enamel
A. Physical characteristics
B. Chemical composition
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C. Structure
VII. Structure of periodontal ligament
A. Fibers of periodontal ligament
B. Blood, lymph vessels and nerves
C. Cementoblasts
D. Osteoblasts, osteoclasts
E. Function of the periodontal ligament
F. Factors affecting width, development of periodontal ligament
VIII. Structure of Cementum
A. Physical characteristics of cementum
B. Cementogenesis
C. Structure of cementum
D. Function of cementum
IX. Development, structure, retrogressive changes of the pulp
A. Formation of the pulp
B. Function of the pulp
C. Anatomy of the pulp
D. Elements present in the pulp
E. Regressive changes of the pulp
F. Development and importance of the pulp stones and other calcified bodies.
X. Development of alveolar process
A. Structure of the alveolar process
B. Physiologic changes in alveolar process
XI. Oral mucosa
A. Masticatory mucosa
B. Lining mucosa
C. Specialized mucosa
VII. Gingiva
A. Physical characteristics
B. Origin, development and function of junctional epithelium
C. Gingival sulcus and its clinical importance
D. Effect of age on gingivae
E. Recession and passive eruption
VIII. Salivary glands
A. Physical characteristics of saliva
B. Distribution of salivary glands
C. Histology of salivary glands
D. Function
XIV. Eruption and shedding
XV. Tonsils and sinuses
A. Palatine tonsils
B. Lingual tonsils
C. Pharyngeal tonsils
D. Function of tonsils
E. Paranasal sinuses
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Laboratory Outline
I. Bones of the Skull
A. Bony Prominences
B. Bony Openings
C. Articulations
II. Dentitions
A. Permanent Anterior Teeth
B. Permanent Posterior Teeth
C. Primary Dentition
Course Learning Outcomes:
Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Identify the histological and embryological
development of the orofacial structures.
2. Locate the major structures of the head and neck.
3. Compare and contrast various teeth including the
crown and root morphology.
Methods of Assessment:
1. Written examinations
2. Written examinations and lab practical
3. Written examinations and individual drawings of permanent dentition.
Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck 4th Edition, Fehrenbach, Margaret J & Herring, Susan W. Evolve,
Saunders, Elsevier,
Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy 4th Edition, Bath-Balogh, Mary & Fehrenbach, Margaret,
Evolve, Saunders, Elsevier
Suggested Course Maximum:
28
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Course Requirements/Grading System: Describe any course specific requirements such as research papers or reading
assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
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Test Scores from exams 60%
Lab Practical and Assignments 10%
Final Exam 30%
A = 100 - 93
B = 92 - 84
C = 83 - 75
D = 74 - 67
F = 66 & below
Curriculum Checklist:
Administrative General Education Course (from ACGM, but not in WCJC Core) No additional documents
needed.
Administrative WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
WECM Course -If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist