MCCCD Program Description

Periodontics

Course: DHE225

First Term: 2019 Fall

Lecture 3.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S - Standard Load

Description: Principles of periodontology; etiology, microbiology, pathogenesis, classification and characteristics of healthy and diseased periodontal tissues. Surgical treatment of periodontal disease and the effects of dental hygiene therapy, surgical techniques and maintenance therapy. Evaluation of the scientific literature and multi-media resources are used extensively.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe and diagram the histological & anatomical structures of the periodontium and its supporting structures in health and periodontal disease. (I) 2. Describe the microbiological composition and formation of oral biofilms, bacteria, and their roles in the development of periodontal disease. (II) 3. Explain the systemic processes of inflammation, immunity, and host response within the context of total health, including their specific roles in periodontal disease. (III) 4. Compare health vs. disease in the context of the periodontal disease. (IV) 5. Explain the classification system for periodontal and peri-implant diseases and conditions. (V) 6. Assess the etiologic risk factors associated with periodontal disease. (VI) 7. Specify the rationale for non-surgical vs. surgical periodontal therapy. (VII) 8. Describe the acute and pediatric conditions associated with various forms of periodontal disease. (VIII) 9. Explain the role of adjunctive aids in the treatment of periodontal disease. (IX) 10. Explain the link between systemic health and periodontal health. (X) 11. Explain the proper treatment planning sequence necessary for non-surgical and surgical periodontal procedures. (XI) 12. Describe the future management of periodontal disease through diagnostics, genetics, and research. (XII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Anatomy of the periodontium and supporting structures A. Composition B. Microscopic anatomy II. Overview of microbial composition and formation associated with periodontal disease A. Role of oral biofilms B. Role of bacteria III. Immunity and inflammation A. Body`s defense system B. Immune system C. Inflammation process and response D. Host response to disease IV. Overview of diseases of the periodontium A. Health vs. disease B. Disease progression C. Epidemiology of diseases V. Classification of periodontal and peri-implant diseases and conditions A. Health, gingivitis, and gingival diseases/conditions B. Forms of periodontitis C. Other conditions affecting the periodontium D. Peri-implant health and diseases VI. Etiologic risk factors for periodontal disease A. Local B. Systemic C. Modifiable D. Non-modifiable VII. Periodontal therapy techniques A. Non-surgical therapy 1. Overview 2. Types 3. Outcomes 4. Re-evaluation 5. Maintenance B. Surgical therapy 1. Overview 2. Types 3. Outcomes 4. Re-evaluation 5. Maintenance VIII. Periodontal conditions A. Acute conditions B. Pediatric conditions IX. Adjunctive aids to periodontal care A. Chemical agents B. Pharmaceutical agents X. Systemic health and periodontal disease A. Linkage B. Conditions XI. Treatment planning for periodontal disease A. Assessment findings B. Radiographic analysis C. Dental hygiene diagnosis D. Expected outcomes E. Treatment plan F. Shared decision-making G. Informed consent H. Documentation XII. Future management of periodontal disease A. Diagnostic technology B. Genetic technology C. Reseach

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: May 28, 2019

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