Basic principles of clinical diagnosis and treatment of the child patient are introduced. Developmental aspects of the formation of the craniofacial complex are applied to clinical management of space maintenance, pupal, restorative, and behavior management problems.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade with IP

Typically Offered: Spring.

Introductory courses in pediatric dentistry providing foundational knowledge for subsequent participation in pediatric dentistry clinical rotations. Laboratory and didactic components provide knowledge and skills for restorative treatment during the primary, transitional, and young permanent dentition phases.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade with IP

Typically Offered: Summer.

Clinical rotation in pediatric dentistry.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory w/IP

Typically Offered: Fall.

Clinical rotation in pediatric dentistry.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory w/IP

Typically Offered: Spring.

Clinical rotation in pediatric dentistry.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade with IP

Typically Offered: Summer.

Course emphasizes diagnostic and treatment considerations for pediatric patients, including lecture materials and case presentations to facilitate a good working knowledge of treatment planning/procedures covering sedation techniques as well as traumatic injuries, hospital dentistry and medically compromised patients.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory w/IP

Typically Offered: Fall.

Course is a continuation from initial clinical courses and provides further experience in developmental, behavioral, preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic care on a comprehensive basis for pediatric patients in the primary, transitional, and permanent dentition phases and patients with special health care needs.

Grading Basis: Letter Grade with IP

Repeatable. Max Credits: 6.

Typically Offered: Fall.