DH 230 - Pathology

Credit Hours: 3

This course will examine the nature of disease, its causes, development and consequences. Three main topics will be covered: a study of the basic principles of pathology; a survey of disorders affecting the oral and Para-oral tissues and a review of systemic diseases of importance in dental hygiene practice. Emphasis is placed on the recognition and understanding of common local and systemic disorders affecting the oral tissues and the impact of these findings on the treatment provided by the dental hygienist. Minimum required passing grade is “C-.”
Prerequisites: All first-year courses in the dental hygiene curriculum and DH 175 must be passed.
Corequisites: All fall semester, second year courses in the dental hygiene curriculum.