DAT 123 - Oral Medicine/Oral Biology

Class: 3 Credits: 3
This course presents a basic study of oral pathology, pharmacology, nutrition, and common emergencies as related to the role of the dental assistant.

Course Topics:

Compromised Patient
Drugs Commonly Used in Dentistry
Medical Emergency
Vital Signs Principles
Pain Control and Anesthetic Techniques
Diseases of the Teeth, Dental Pulp, and Oral Tissues

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site

Required Materials:

None

Grading System:
An overall grade of B or higher is required for transferability.

A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify the medically and physically compromised patient.
Use pharmacology references.
Describe drugs commonly used in dentistry.
Identify major medical conditions that can affect patient treatment and how to assist during a medical emergency.
Define and recognize vital signs principles.
Identify pain control and anesthetic techniques in dentistry.
Identify possible diseases of the teeth, dental pulp, oral tissues, and their effects on dental health.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:

Identity Verification
Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Orientation and Support
Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:

Academic Integrity
Add/Drop period
Attendance
Classroom Conduct
Equal Access
IT Access
Online Behavior
Online Confidentiality
Services For Students with Disabilities
Student Concerns
Student Help Services
Withdrawals

Official Course Syllabus
2022-2023