DHE 119 - Periodontology

2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours (2 lec.)

Survey of periodontology comprised of the etiology, diagnosis, and prognosis of periodontal disease. Includes tissues and microscopic anatomy of the periodontium, historical background, causes, microbiology and classification of periodontal disease, local and systemic contributing factors, clinical assessment, radiographic analysis, and evidence-based periodontal care. Also includes decision making during treatment planning, nonsurgical and patient’s role in periodontal therapy, maintenance therapy, research articles and applications, and new dental technology.

Prerequisite(s): DHE 101, DHE 101LC, DHE 104, DHE 104LB, DHE 107, DHE 112, DHE 116, and DHE 116LC
Corequisite(s): DHE 120, DHE 122, DHE 132, DHE 132LB, DHE 150, DHE 150LB, DHE 150LC
Information: Students must be admitted to the PCC Dental Hygiene program and obtain consent of the Dental Hygiene department before enrolling in this course.