CARI 521 - Cariology

Institution:

University of Maryland-Baltimore

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Description:

Spring. The course presents current evidence-based information about biological aspects of dental caries.? A large part of the content involves basic microbial ecology of the oral cavity and microbial mechanisms of caries.?Other topics are histopathology of enamel, dentin and root surface caries; chemistry and functions of saliva as they related to dental caries, and associations between saliva and oral structures, particularly teeth and dental plaque; history of fluorides in dentistry and their mechanisms against dental decay; dietary and nutritional aspects of caries and current research on caries susceptibility differences in human populations.

Credits:

1.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umaryland.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 706-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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