OPTH 517 Advanced Oral Pathology

Credits: 1
This course provides a presentation of advanced concepts in oral and maxillofacial pathology for endodontology residents. The focus is on gaining an understanding of the clinical, radiographic and histopathologic features of selected pathologic alterations of the oral and maxillofacial region with special emphasis on those diseases that affect the periradicular bone of the jaws. This basic understanding is essential to the fact that rational treatment of oral diseases can only proceed on the basis of accurate diagnosis and a sound understanding of the etiology and pathogenesis of the disease process.

The course will consist of a combination of seminars and clinical-pathologic conferences. During the conferences the students will demonstrate active participation and are expected to build on the diagnostic skills and knowledge acquired during the oral and maxillofacial clinical-pathologic conferences presented earlier in the graduate curriculum.

Graded: Pass/No pass
May be taken only once for credit