This course covers the theoretical aspects of Oral Diagnosis. It aims at providing students with the basic knowledge of data collection, history taking, extra oral and intra oral examination, application of diagnostic tests, establishing diagnoses and planning treatments. It also aims at
Introducing charting of the dentition using correct symbols. Principles of problem solving, ordering tests and interpretation of results, differential diagnosis and treatment planning are all covered as well.
The course is didactic in nature, weighing 1 credit hour and delivered through a 1-hour weekly lecture. A parallel course Dent 352 will provide the practical application of the didactic part.