DMD-720: Periodontics

Credits 4

This course provides the foundational biological and clinical principles of periodontology, focusing on the structure and function of the periodontium in health and disease. Through didactic instruction, case-based discussions, and preclinical laboratory experiences, students develop an understanding of periodontal disease etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on periodontal examination, non-surgical therapy, and integration of evidence-based decision-making to support early clinical application and patient care.