Four Year D.M.D. Program

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BD&SS 201.2 (Formerly D&S S 201)
Oral Radiology
2(1L)

This course serves as an introduction to the principles and practice of oral radiology. Lectures cover the underlying principles of production and interaction of x-rays, radiation hygiene and image production. Principles of intra-oral, radiographic techniques are discussed.

BD&SS 214.2 (Formerly O BIO 214)
Oral Histology and Embryology
1(2L)

A lecture and laboratory course that studies the development, histology and function of oral structures that have special significance to dentistry. Course content considers the processes involved in craniofacial development; the development of the teeth and palate; and the histology of hard and soft tissues of the oral and perioral regions.

BD&SS 225.2 (Formerly O BIO 225)
Dental Anatomy and Morphology
1(2L/P)

This is an introductory course in dental anatomy, morphology and occlusion. The general objective is to provide the undergraduate dental student with the knowledge of dental anatomy, morphology and occlusion that forms the basis for much of the practice of clinical dentistry.

BD&SS 226.2 (Formerly BD&SS 325.4)
Occlusion

A lecture, laboratory and clinical course that provides an understanding of tooth and arch interrelationships. Occlusal concepts and practices related to removable and fixed prosthodontics will be discussed. Clinical experience will include: diagnostic impression, model fabrication, facebow registration/transfer, articulation mounting, occlusal analysis and night guard delivery.

BD&SS 301.4 (Formerly D&S S 301)
Oral Radiology
1(3C), 2(2C)

This is primarily a preclinical laboratory course which provides instruction on intra-oral radiographic technique. Didactic instruction will be minimal. Practical information will also be provided on panoramic, lateral cephalometric, and digital radiography.

BD&SS 314.4 (Formerly O BIO 314)
Oral Microbiology, Immunology and Physiology
1(2L), 2(2L)

This course considers those areas of microbiology, immunology and physiology with special significance to dentistry. Major topics are oral microflora and ecology; molecular biology of microbial adherence; formation and metabolism of dental plaque; microbiology of dental caries and periodontal disease; immunology of dental caries and periodontal disease; physiology of salivary glands and saliva; classification and physiology of neuroreceptors and their integration/modulation by the central nervous system; and the physiology of pain, taste, swallowing and mastication.

BD&SS 319.4 (Formerly D&S S 319)
Periodontics
1(1L), 2(1L-3C)

A lecture and clinical demonstration course which provides an introduction to the etiology, pathogenesis and epidemiology of diseases that affect the periodontal tissues. Students will be given opportunities to provide preventive periodontal care in the clinic.

BD&SS 348.2 (Formerly D&S S 348)
Diagnosis
2(1L,2C)

Prepares students for clinical management of patients. It includes a systematic approach to diagnostic and patient management. Students are introduced to history taking, examination, laboratory testing and record systems. The problem-oriented approach to diagnosis and management is presented. A complementary clinical course provides experience to prepare students for clinical sessions in diagnosis and patient management.

BD&SS 353.2 (Formerly D&S S 353)
Local Anesthesia
1&2(1L)

The objectives of this course are to teach students the basic principles of administering local anesthetics safely and effectively. Topics to be discussed will include the indications and advantages of regional anesthesia, and the various techniques available to the dentist. Emphasis will be placed upon an understanding of the pharmacologic actions of local anesthetics and vasoconstrictors and their side effects and complications. Proper patient evaluation to identify high-risk patients will be stressed.

BD&SS 401.4
Oral Radiology
1&2(1L-1S)

Lectures, self-instructional packages, and seminars cover normal radiographic appearances in the jaws as well as the radiographic manifestations of disease processes. Time is also spent discussing general principles of radiographic interpretation. The clinical component of this course involves selecting an appropriate intra-oral radiographic series, taking intra-oral radiographs and interpreting intra-oral and panoramic radiographs of clinic patients that the student sees in the Diagnosis clinic.

BD&SS 419.4
Periodontics
1&2(1L-3C)

A lecture/laboratory/clinic course designed to enable students to become competent in diagnostic skills and to develop the clinical skills necessary to perform periodontal therapy within the context of a comprehensive dental treatment plan. Students review current aspects of the scientific literature during seminar sessions.

BD&SS 448.2
Diagnosis
1&2(1L), 2(3C)

Principles of treatment planning are covered in Term 1 to prepare students for practice in the clinic. In Term 2, students are responsible for performing diagnosis and treatment planning under faculty guidance. Various oral medicine topics, including temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and other orofacial pain states, are covered in Term 2.

BD&SS 453.2
Sedation and Pain Control
1(1L-2P)

Lectures and demonstrations are used to introduce concepts of managing patient apprehension through the use of various techniques of conscious sedation. Although students will gain facility mainly with the use of nitrous-oxide/oxygen inhalation sedation, other modalities will also be covered. The indications, advantages and disadvantages, and complications of the various techniques will be discussed.

BD&SS 455.2
Basic Internal Medicine
1(1L)

Consists of lectures/seminars. Common medical problems affecting dental management are discussed and illustrated using case reports.

BD&SS 463.4
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
1&2(1L-3C)

Introduces students to the basic principles on which the practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery is founded. Self-instruction manuals are introduced for this purpose, and their use is incorporated directly into the course format. Proper history taking and patient assessment are stressed, and students are introduced to the core theoretical knowledge and basic surgical skills and sterile techniques needed to practice minor oral surgery. Students are taught basic and advanced techniques for the removal of teeth, and the prevention and management of their intraoperative and postoperative complications. The selection and prescribing of appropriate analgesic and antibiotic medications is discussed. Students are taught to recognize, manage and/or refer orofacial infections. Students are rostered into the oral surgery clinic where opportunity is given initially to observe and assist, and then to participate in minor oral surgical procedures. Students are also introduced to hospital dentistry, including operating room protocol and observing major maxillofacial surgery.

BD&SS 466.2
Hospital Rosters
1&2(1L)

Students are assigned for one week to Royal University Hospital and rotate through various medical services and hospital dentistry. Under the guidance of the medical and house staff, students observe and participate in the patient care and management of diseases that they have studied to appreciate the effects of these and gain further insight into medical problems they may encounter in their practice.

BD&SS 486.4
Oral Pathology
1(3L)&2(2L)

This lecture series provides the students with the knowledge and understanding of diagnosis, pathogenesis, clinical and histologic features, management, and prognosis of oral diseases with emphasis on their oral manifestations and implications. Topics include developmental abnormalities of the oral hard and soft tissues; infections of the oral cavity; physical and chemical injuries of the oral cavity; benign and malignant neoplasms; the oral manifestations of metabolic, dermatologic, hematologic and immunologic disease; fibro-osseous lesions; non-odontogenic and odontogenic tumors and cysts; salivary gland disease; and forensic odontology.

BD&SS 501.4
Oral Radiology
2(1L-2C)

This is a clinical course involving the selection of intra-oral radiographic series in the Diagnosis clinic, taking intra-oral radiographs in the Radiology roster and occasionally the Diagnosis clinic, and the interpretation of intra-oral and panoramic and other selected radiographs in interpretation sessions.

BD&SS 519.4
Periodontics
1&2(1L-4C)

This course emphasizes and reinforces the methods of managing periodontal diseases that have been learned earlier. Recent advances in periodontics will be introduced and seminars involving student presentation of case reports will be held. Student clinical experience is continued in the form of comprehensive care.

BD&SS 536.2
Special Topics in Oral Biology
1(1L)

The relevance of the basic sciences to clinical dentistry and the scientific basis of various aspects of clinical dentistry are examined in detail.

BD&SS 547.2
Medical-Dental Relationships

Dentists interact with physicians on a relatively regular basis as questions arise as to the medical management of patients under their care. This course provides opportunities to learn more about and discuss the impact of the medical conditions on dental treatment, and the interaction between dentists and physicians.

BD&SS 548.2
Diagnosis/Oral Medicine and CPRC's
1(1L-3C), 2(3C)

Various oral medicine topics are covered, including the management of oral lesions, radiation therapy and chemotherapy patients, patients with salivary disorders and patients with infectious diseases. In addition, students participate in multi-disciplinary seminars to gain experience in applying previous knowledge to simulated clinical patient cases (CPRC's). Students also perform dental emergency procedures and diagnosis and treatment planning under faculty guidance in the emergency, diagnosis and oral medicine/oral pathology clinics.

BD&SS 563.4
Advanced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
1&2(1L-3C)

A continuation of BD&SS 463 and covers more advanced topics in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Subjects discussed include: preprosthetic surgery, orthognathic surgery, TMJ surgery, head and neck cancer surgery, the surgical treatment of patients with cleft lip and palate deformities, and maxillofacial traumatology. In the oral surgery clinic students are given more opportunity to develop expertise in minor oral surgery.

BD&SS 573.2
Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
2(1L)

This course is devoted to the prevention, recognition and management of medical emergencies in the dental office. Various types of emergencies such as chest pain, respiratory difficulties and altered consciousness are covered. The equipment and drugs necessary to manage common medical emergencies are discussed. The laboratory component is a review of basic CPR.

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Five Year D.M.D. Program

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BD&SS 602.2 (Formerly D&S S 602)
Oral Radiology
1(3C)

A continuation of the clinical component of BD&SS 402. Students are evaluated on their ability to select an appropriate series of intra-oral radiographs for a given patient, take these radiographs, and interpret them. In addition, students are expected to write interpretations on selected assigned cases.

BD&SS 603.2 (Formerly D&S S 603)
Advanced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Management of Medical Emergencies
1(1L-3C)

A continuation of BD&SS 503. More specialized topics in oral and maxillofacial surgery such as orthognathic surgery and temporomandibular joint surgery are covered. A major part is devoted to the management of medical emergencies in the dental office. Clinical experience continues with more advanced patient management in order to develop competence in routine minor oral surgery.

BD&SS 606.2 (Formerly O BIO 606)
Special Topics in Oral Biology
1(1L)

The relevance of the basic sciences to clinical dentistry. The scientific bases of various aspects of clinical dentistry are examined in detail.

BD&SS 609.2 (Formerly D&S S 609)
Periodontics
1(1L-4C)

Student clinical experience as group leaders is continued. Students present seminars based on case presentations of patients being treated in the clinic.

BD&SS 612.2 (Formerly D&S S 612)
Diagnosis
1(1L-3C)

Students participate in a multidisciplinary seminar to gain experience in applying previous knowledge to clinical patient cases. Clinical experience is given in diagnosis, treatment planning, and emergency procedures under the guidance of the college faculty in the diagnosis, emergency, and oral medicine/oral pathology clinics.