RSD 822 - Principles of Dental Occlusion And Articulation

Institution:

University of Kentucky

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Description:

This course is directed toward the examination, diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment of various occlusal problems. The student will learn the skills needed to analyze the dental occlusion of patients and to plan successful occlusal therapy including restorative procedures and fixed prosthodontic treatment. The course will concentrate on developing technical skills and learning assessment criteria related to mounted study casts, occlusal examination and analysis, selective occlusal adjustment, diagnostic pre-waxing and planning, and the fabrication of a muscle relaxation occlusal splint. Lecture, 23 hours; laboratory, 27 hours; clinic, 27 hours. Prereq: CDS 815, RSD 812, or with approval of the course director.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uky.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 257-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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