DHG 114 - Head/Neck & Oral Anatomy

Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0

Head, Neck and Oral Anatomy is a fundamental, basic theory course upon which other dental hygiene courses are built. This course includes concepts of dental nomenclature, tooth development, dental anatomy, functions of the teeth, identification of oral structures, and occlusion. It also contains information specific to the nerve and blood supply to the head and neck as well as osteology of the skull and muscles of facial expression and mastication. Learning experiences are provided in both the classroom and laboratory settings. Admission to the Dental Hygiene program is required to enroll in this course.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.2)

Offered: Fall
General Education: Not Applicable