Introductory Periodontology

At the end of this course, students should be able to: 1. discuss anatomy and physiology of the periodontium in health, including its relationship to other surrounding tissues and the occlusion; 2. identify and discuss the similarities and peculiarities between different tooth deposits; 3. identify and describe the different oral hygiene methods and materials, as well as their use; and 4. identify and describe the various oral hygiene indices in use.

Historical perspectives in periodontology. Periodontal anatomy and physiology and pulpal- periodontal relationships. Tooth deposits. Dental stains. Oral hygiene methods and products. Oral hygiene indices. Principles of occlusion and occlusal problems. Review of clerkship, with focus on clerking a periodontal patient.