Center for Advanced Dental Education (CADE)

CAD 5010 - Pain: Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Treatment

1 Credit

Explores multiple topics of pain with special emphasis on head and neck pain and conditions and/or syndromes that mimic dental pain. Protocols for dealing with both dental and non-dental "pain patients" will be addressed. Offered every year.

CAD 5030 - Advanced Oral Microbiology

2 Credits

Examines the interface of human host and its microbial inhabitants converging to cause disease. Describes oral ecosystems resulting from interaction between human anatomy and physiology and microbial populations and their physiology with emphasis on the pulpal, periapical, and periodontal regions. Includes factors that maintain population balance and health or cause population imbalance and disease in these ecosystems. Includes management and prevention of oral microbial disease. Offered every year.

CAD 5050 - Introduction to Statistical Inference

3 Credits

Nature of measurement in graduate dentistry. Basic principles and techniques of research analysis, particularly in graduate dental research. Introduction to probability theory and sampling theory; criteria of reliability and validity. Fundamental concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics, introduction to levels of measurements and application of parametric and non parametric tests. Offered every year.

CAD 5060 - Ethics and Dentistry

0 Credits

IN general, the course studies the cross-cultural context for ethics discourse in dental education and practice. In particular, the course considers relevant ethical methods, principles, and codes of professional conduct as well as ethical decision making processes to engage and resolve applied ethical issues in dentistry. Offered every year.

CAD 5070 - Bone Physiology

1 Credit

An interactive overview of key topics in bone and tooth physiology with a focus on evidence based applications to clinical decision making in dentistry.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

CAD 5080 - Multidis Diag + Trtmnt Plan I

1 Credit (Repeatable for credit)

Diagnosis and treatment planning of various types of multidisciplinary dental problems through case studies. Various diagnostic and treatment modalities are discussed in order to render the most efficacious plan of patient treatment. Application of biomedical sciences to clinical oro-facial problems at the dental specialty level. Offered every year.

CAD 5100 - Dental Therapeutics

1 Credit

A comprehensive review of the pharmacological considerations of clinical dentistry. Special emphasis is placed on dentally prescribed medications and their effects on systemic disease and associated systemic drugs. Offered every year.

CAD 5110 - Small Business Basics

1 Credit

This second of two practice management courses will cover a broad range of business-management topics with an emphasis on application of concepts. Offered every year.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

CAD 5140 - Temporomandibular Disorders

0 or 1 Credits

A lecture series to improve the understanding of TMJ disease and related disorders and to provide a rationale for differential diagnosis and treatment. Offered every year.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

CAD 5170 - Advanced Oral Pathology

1 Credit

Oral diseases with similar clinical appearances are presented. A differential diagnosis will be developed. For each entry, the etiology, biologic history, clinical features, histologic characteristics, progress, and current treatment will be identified. Offered every other year.

CAD 5175 - Advanced Oral Pathology & Medicine

2 Credits

The goals of this course are 1) develop the resident's understanding of common systemic conditions that patients may present with or that may affect the treatment provided by the resident's speciality 2) develop the resident's ability to recognize, formulate a differential diagnosis and, when appropriate, treat common conditions of the oral cavity.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

CAD 5190 - Advanced Head and Neck Anatomy

2 Credits

Discussion and laboratory demonstrations of the anatomy of specific areas of the head and neck that relate to dental practice. Emphasis will be placed upon the interrelationships, clinical significance, and variation of the structures studied. Offered every year.

CAD 5220 - Clinical Immunology

1 Credit

A comprehensive review of inflammation and immunity and how they harm or protect the host with special emphasis on clinical dentistry. Offered every year.

CAD 5240 - Temporary Skeletal Anchorage

1 Credit

To introduce the orthodontic and periodontic resident to prosthetic implants and to miniscrews and mini-bone plates for orthodontic anchorage; toward evaluation of the patient holistically, the site, the local physiology, and biocompatibility in anticipation of implant-surgery; to become familiar with placement-surgery, loading the implant (or temporary anchorage-device), maintenance, implant-removal surgery, and bone -regeneration; to review the biomechanics involving use of temporary anchorage devices in orthodontic therapy; and to discuss autotransplantation for various dental purposes.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ENDG 5000 - Preclinical Endodontic Techniques

1 Credit

A didactic and laboratory introduction to basic endodontic clinical principles and techniques. A format to experience alternate clinical treatment methods. Offered every year.

ENDG 5120 - Management of the Medically Compromised Patient

1 Credit

A comprehensive review of the clinical management of the medically compromised patient.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the MS Dentistry, Endodontics or PMC Endodontics programs.

ENDG 5200 - Literature Review I

1 Credit

Provides a format for reviewing and presenting significant clinical and contemporary endodontic literature published in related journals. Offered every academic term.

ENDG 5210 - Literature Review II

1 Credit

Provides a format for reviewing and presenting significant clinical and contemporary endodontic literature published in related journals.

ENDG 5220 - Literature Review III

1 Credit

Provides a format for reviewing and presenting significant clinical and contemporary endodontic literature published in related journals.

ENDG 5230 - Literature Review IV

1 Credit

Provides a format for reviewing and presenting significant clinical and contemporary endodontic literature published in related journals.

ENDG 5240 - Literature Review V

1 Credit

Provides a format for reviewing and presenting significant clinical and contemporary endodontic literature published in related journals.

ENDG 5300 - Preclinical Teaching Practicum

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Supervised teaching participation in the instruction of undergraduate dental students in the preclinical endodontic technique course. Offered every year.

ENDG 5310 - Clinical Teaching Practicum

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Supervised teaching participation in the clinical instruction of undergraduate dental students. Offered every year.

ENDG 5410 - Pulp Biology

1 Credit

Normal and diseased pulp conditions and their relationship to periapical tissues. Emphasis is placed on pulpal neural and vascular supply; pulpal defense mechanisms; injury, aging, and retrogressive changes; healing and repair of periapical tissues; and histopathology of periapical lesions. Offered every year.

ENDG 5450 - Review of Inflammation for Endodontics

1 Credit

A didactic instruction to the essential principles, pathways and biologic components that are relevant to pulpal and periapical inflammatory disease processes. Offered in fall.

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a program in Endodontics.

ENDG 5470 - Concepts in Biomedical Science

1 Credit

A lecture/discussion series designed to integrate the students didactic and clinical experiences in the specialty area with other dental and medical specialty subjects. Offered every other year.

ENDG 5510 - Principles of Endodontic Surgery

1 Credit

A comprehensive consideration of endodontic surgery is presented. Instruction and training in the application of relevant biomedical science to meet surgical and clinical requirements is emphasized. Offered every year.

ENDG 5520 - American Board of Endodontics Review

1 Credit

Preparation for certification by the American Board of Endodontics. Course includes information on board protocol, case presentation format, and a review of prior board materials to give a foundation for continued preparation to achieve diplomate status. Offered every year.

ENDG 5600 - Clinical Endodontics I

1 Credit

Clinical and didactic course relating the biomedical sciences to clinical endodontic problems in order to gain a level of knowledge necessary to manage the various modalities of endodontic therapy. Includes the therapeutic management of routine, complex, and surgical clinical cases. Offered every academic term.

ENDG 5610 - Clinical Endodontics II

2 Credits

Clinical and didactic course relating the biomedical sciences to clinical endodontic problems in order to gain a level of knowledge necessary to manage the various modalities of endodontic therapy. Includes the therapeutic management of routine, complex, and surgical clinical cases.

ENDG 5620 - Clinical Endodontics III

2 Credits

Clinical and didactic course relating the biomedical sciences to clinical endodontic problems in order to gain a level of knowledge necessary to manage the various modalities of endodontic therapy. Includes the therapeutic management of routine, complex, and surgical clinical cases.

ENDG 5630 - Clinical Endodontics IV

1 Credit

Clinical and didactic course relating the biomedical sciences to clinical endodontic problems in order to gain a level of knowledge necessary to manage the various modalities of endodontic therapy. Includes the therapeutic management of routine, complex, and surgical clinical cases.

ENDG 5640 - Clinical Endodontics V

2 Credits

Clinical and didactic course relating the biomedical sciences to clinical endodontic problems in order to gain a level of knowledge necessary to manage the various modalities of endodontic therapy. Includes the therapeutic management of routine, complex, and surgical clinical cases.

ENDG 5650 - Clinical Endodontics VI

2 Credits

Clinical and didactic course relating the biomedical sciences to clinical endodontic problems in order to gain a level of knowledge necessary to manage the various modalities of endodontic therapy. Includes the therapeutic management of routine, complex, and surgical clinical cases.

ENDG 5660 - Clinical Endodontics VII

1 Credit

Clinical and didactic course relating the biomedical sciences to clinical endodontic problems in order to gain a level of knowledge necessary to manage the various modalities of endodontic therapy. Includes the therapeutic management of routine, complex, and surgical clinical cases.

ENDG 5700 - Endodontic Case Presentation Seminar

0 or 1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

This course consists of Resident Presentations of Endodontic Patient treatment for critical review and discussion by Faculty and Residents. (Offered every semester)

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ENDG 5910 - Endodontic Journal Club

0-1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

A consideration of recent developments and current literature in endodontics and related fields.

ENDG 5950 - Special Study for Exams

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

ENDG 5990 - Thesis Research

1-2 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

ORTH 5010 - Fundamentals of Orthodontics

1 Credit (Repeatable up to 2 credits)

Team-taught by the orthodontic faculty during the first summer and fall terms of the graduate program. Course is based upon a respected, comprehensive, graduate text in the specialty. Applied science and techniques of diagnosis, treatment-planning, active therapy, and retention are reviewed.

ORTH 5020 - Orthodontic Business Management

0 or 1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

This course is designed to educate and prepare orthodontic residents to enter the business world of orthodontics. the information provided will assist these doctors in selecting suitable employment options, office leadership and management techniques, office systems, marketing and general accounting principles related to the business of orthodontics. (Offered annually)

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ORTH 5030 - Facial Growth

2 Credits

An overview of current thought in the field of craniofacial biology. The graduate student is exposed to the changes that take place in the face from embryo to adult. Hypothetical control mechanisms, clinical application of facial growth principles, and the experimental evidence are explored in a critical review of relevant literature. Offered every year.

ORTH 5100 - Biomechanics

1 Credit

Concepts of orthodontic displacement and force.

ORTH 5250 - Clinical Cephalometrics

2 Credits

Introduction to the use of cephalometric radiographs in clinical orthodontics. Overview of cephalometric analyses of historic importance. Lectures and demonstrations with a laboratory component that includes cephalometric tracing technique, visualization of treatment objectives for orthodontic and surgical orthodontic cases, analysis of growth pattern, and treatment results. Offered every year.

ORTH 5350 - Surgical Orthodontics

1 Credit

Acquaints the graduate student with those surgical procedures that directly relate to orthodontic treatment plans. The lecture series encompasses a review of diagnostic procedures, surgical techniques for the treatment of maxillary and/or mandibular skeletal excess and deficiency as well as laterognathism, Class II malocclusion and adjunctive techniques of genioplasty for correction of microgenia and macrogenia. In addition to surgical consideration of jaw deformities, time is allocated for miscellaneous pathological conditions. Offered every year.

ORTH 5370 - Orthodontic Problems Related to Cleft Palate Patient

1 Credit

A study of the various aspects of the congenital cleft-lip-and-palate condition with a consideration of the several professional areas concerned with the total habilitation of the cleft-tip-and-palate patient. Coursework includes diagnosis and treatment of patients at the Cardinal Glennon Hospital Cleft Palate Center. Offered every year.

ORTH 5390 - Speech Disorders Related to the Oral Mechanism

1 Credit

Basic anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism. Introduction to phonetics and speech sound production. Survey of communication disorders; significance of the disorder for the orthodontist, and orthodontic treatment plan. Offered every fall semester.

ORTH 5400 - History of Orthodontics

0 Credits

Evaluating concepts in pre-specialization disciplinary organization, ethical considerations, and humanist aspects of the profession. (Offered in Fall)

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the MS Dentistry, Orthodontics or PMC Orthodontics programs.

ORTH 5490 - Diagnosis Procedures in Orthodontics

1 Credit

An introduction to diagnostic procedures including the taking of the prospective patients medical and dental history, conducting the clinical examination , and an evaluation of dental and oral function. the analysis of orthodontic study-casts. (Offered every year)

ORTH 5500 - Diagnosis and Treatment Plan I

1 Credit

Evaluation and treatment planning of various types of malocclusion. Offered every year.

ORTH 5530 - Clinical Diagnosis I

1 Credit

The clinical application of the various diagnostic procedures and philosophies of orthodontic diagnosis and a presentation of practical procedures to help in the management of unusual problems that can arise during the course of treatment. Offered every year.

ORTH 5540 - Clinical Diagnosis II

1 Credit

Continuation of Clinical Diagnosis I. Offered every year.

ORTH 5550 - Orthodontic Analysis & Treatment Modalities

1 Credit

An in-depth presentation of specific and complex problems that can and do arise in orthodontic practice. Recognition, precautions, and various treatment modalities for each problem are discussed. Advances in orthodontic technology will be presented utilizing diagrams, photographs, clinical aids, and actual demonstrations to further enhance knowledge in dealing with difficult situations. Offered every year.

ORTH 5560 - Clinical Case Conferences

0-1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

IN a seminar format, each class-meeting features the presentation by one of the students of the work-up and diagnosis of an active orthodontic patient. The other students and faculty propose and critically evaluate possible treat-plans and modalities. The presenting student then reviews the actual treatment-plan being followed and the progress in therapy to date. (Offered every year.)

ORTH 5580 - Clinical Specialty Seminars

1 Credit (Repeatable for credit)

Individual clinical faculty members present their personal philosophies of diagnosis, treatment -planning, active therapy, and retention. These sessions serve also to introduce the students to a diversity of techniques and appliances and therapy for unusual and exceptional categories of patients and cases perhaps not routinely seen in the mainstream of orthodontic care. (Offered every year.)

ORTH 5590 - Orthodontic Aspects of Sleep Breathing Disorders

1 Credit

Sleep problems, including sleep breathing disorders, and sleep bruxism are common. Good sleep is necessary for optimal health. Sleep deprivation can cause decreased work or school performance, memory and cognitive impairment, stress relationships, poor quality of life, occupational injury and automobile injury. In the long term, the clinical consequences of untreated sleep disorders are high blood pressure, heart attack, heart failure, stroke, obesity, psychiatric problems, attention deficit disorder, and mental impairment. Orthodontists can play a major role in both the recognition and treatment of sleep disorders. Many of the clinical findings may be recognizable by orthodontists. This course provides students with an understanding of the pathophysiology of sleep disorders and the current diagnostic and treatment options. For CADE Graduate Orthodontic Students Only.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the MS Dentistry, Orthodontics or PMC Orthodontics programs.

ORTH 5600 - Introduction to Clinical Orthodontics I

1 Credit

A didactic and laboratory introduction to basic clinical principles and techniques. Initially, instruction covers the policies and procedures of the orthodontic clinic and later, the development of a patient diagnostic data base including study casts, photographs, cephalograms, and clinical evaluation of the patient. Offered every year.

ORTH 5610 - Introduction to Clinical Orthodontics II

1 Credit

A continuation of ORTH 560. A concentrated, didactic course that addresses in some depth the procedures of diagnosis, treatment-planning, and application of clinical therapy toward the solutions of orthodontic problems in patients of various ages and dental development.

ORTH 5620 - Principles of Orthodontic Techniques I

2 Credits

Course includes typodont setup in normal occlusion before banding; philosophy of treatment; and a coordination of lectures and seminars with laboratory demonstration on archwire fabrication and reasons for each bend. Offered every year.

ORTH 5630 - Principles of Orthodontic Techniques II

2 Credits

Course includes treatment of Class II, Division 1 non-extraction case and treatment of Class I bimaxillary-protrusion case, requiring removal of permanent teeth. Offered every year.

ORTH 5650 - Orthodontic Treatment with Clear Aligners

1 Credit (Repeatable for credit)

Series of lectures covering the didactic and practical knowledge of clean aligner treatment with the Invisalign System using 3D diagnostic tools and techniques. Limited to Graduate Orthodontic Students only. Offered in fall.

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a program in Orthodontics.

ORTH 5660 - Contemporary Orthodontics I

1 Credit

This course will provide an up-to-date overview of orthodontics with discussions detailing information on diagnosis, treatment planning concepts, related problems or controversies, and current treatment procedures; including comprehensive looks at 3-D imaging, temporary skeletal anchorage devices, and accelerated orthodontic tooth movement. The following topics will be covered in this course: the development of orthodontic problems, the problem-oriented orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning, the biologic basis of orthodontic therapy, mechanical principles in orthodontics, and contemporary orthodontic appliances. Offered to CADE Graduate Orthodontic Residents only.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ORTH 5670 - Contemporary Orthodontics II

1 Credit

This course provides evidence-based coverage of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning strategies, and treatment protocols, including esthetics, function, and biomechanics. The following topics will be covered: Moderate non-skeletal problems in children, complex non-skeletal problems in children, treatment of skeletal problems in children and pre-adolescents, comprehensive orthodontic treatment strategies, and combined surgical and orthodontic treatment.

Prerequisite(s): ORTH 5660

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ORTH 5700 - Clinical Procedures

1 Credit

Introduction of the first-year students to the policies, personnel, and protocol of the orthodontic clinical and the ancillary facilities that complement the clinic.

ORTH 5710 - Clinical Orthodontics I

0 or 2 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

ORTH 5720 - Clinical Orthodontics II

3 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

ORTH 5730 - Clinical Orthodontics III

1 Credit

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

ORTH 5740 - Clinical Orthodontics IV

3 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

ORTH 5750 - Clinical Orthodontics V

3 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

ORTH 5760 - Clinical Orthodontics VI

1 Credit

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

ORTH 5770 - Clinical Orthodontics VII

3 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

ORTH 5780 - Clinical Orthodontics VIII

0 or 1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Supervised patient treatment in the Orthodontic Clinic.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the MS Dentistry, Orthodontics or PMC Orthodontics programs.

ORTH 5800 - Child and Adolescent Psychology

1 Credit

The personal-social development of the adolescent from the perspective of life-span psychology is presented and discussed in the context of orthodontics, which includes the psycho-social impact of malocclusion, patient-parent-doctor motivations, communication and interpersonal relationships, patient cooperation and behavior modifications, and the psychology of the orthodontist. Offered every year.

ORTH 5840 - Early and Mixed Dentition

0 or 1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

A didactic course on the development of the occlusion, growth-related imbalances and interceptive treatment. Discussions include psychological handling of younger patients, pros and cons of early intervention, early decisions to preserve spaces and pertinent literature review. (Offered annually)

ORTH 5850 - Adult Treatment

0 or 2 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

A didactic course on the philosophy and special considerations of adult and interdisciplinary treatment. This course focuses on diagnosis, treatment planning, criteria for treatment, special mechanics with special attention to the interaction among the different specialties.

ORTH 5890 - Review for the American Board of Orthodontics Examination

1 Credit

The second year-students attend a series of seminars with various members of the faculty toward preparation for the phase-two, written examination administered periodically by the American Board of Orthodontics. Passing the examination is a required step toward Board certification. (Offered in Spring)

ORTH 5910 - Literature Review

0-1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

A consideration of recent developments and current literature in the orthodontic field and in related fields.

ORTH 5940 - Orthodontic Internship

0 or 1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

ORTH 5950 - Special Study for Exams

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

ORTH 5970 - Research Topics

1-3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

ORTH 5980 - Graduate Independent Study in Orthodontics

3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

ORTH 5990 - Thesis Research

0-6 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

ORTH 6000 - Treatment Planning with Digital Technology

1 Credit

Treatment planning with digital technology will include conventional diagnostic procedures and new 3D diagnostic tools that allow for the clinician to simulate all available treatment options. The course will be based on cases treatment planned at the CADE. By the completion of this course participants will be competent in performing simulation treatment planning to assist in identifying the ideal or bets treatment option, present a visual aid during informed consent, collaboration tools for multidisciplinary treatment, and assist with proper therapeutic appliance selection. (Offered in Fall)

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ORTH 6010 - Digital Orthodontics I

1 Credit

The course is the integration of digital technology into orthodontic therapy. This course will focus on technological tools utilized to improve efficiency and the quality outcomes for aligner, labial and lingual appliances. Participants are encouraged to apply such techniques to their assigned clinical cases. Participants will be able to collaborate and share amongst fellow residents the planning and executing of the digital treatment plan to help increase the exposure and available applications to all.

Prerequisite(s): ORTH 6000

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ORTH 6020 - Digital Orthodontics II

0 or 1 Credits

The course is intended to build upon the objectives of Digital Orthodontics 1 will greater emphases upon finishing treatment and retention. The foundation of content will be primarily derived from cases treated at CADE. Upon completion of this course participants will be granted certification from integration into private practice the SureSmile and 3-shape systems. Additional certifications and product offerings will be added as they become available.

Prerequisite(s): ORTH 6010

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ORTH 6050 - Scenario Based Case Analysis

0 Credits

The course provides an opportunity for Residents to gain an understanding of case analysis in a scenario format. Scenarios will be reviewed for development of critical thinking skills in Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning as prescribed by the American Board of Orthodontics for its clinical exam.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

ORTH 6110 - Advanced Orthodontic Studies for 36 Month Program Requirements

2 Credits

This course will provide an in depth additional orthodontic educational experience beyond the completion of the 30-month Orthodontic Residency. Experiences will include Case Seminars/Discussions; Production of Manuscript Articles, and Case Reports for Publication; and Assistance with current student research; etc.

PDED 5000 - Introduction to Pediatric Dentistry

2 Credits

This course is designed to introduce new residents to the specialty of pediatric dentistry. It includes an in-depth review of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Guidelines as well as lectures and discussions on topics in pediatric dentistry including prevention, dental materials, pulp therapy, sedation and trauma.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the MS Dentistry, Pediatric Dentis program.

PDED 5200 - Pediatric Dentistry Literature Review

1 Credit (Repeatable for credit)

A review of classical literature recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and current articles recommended by the program director. Residents will evaluate the value of the articles, discuss the findings, and gauge the impact on clinical practice in the context of evidence-based dentistry.

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5600 - Clinical Pediatric Dentistry I

1 Credit

Supervised patient treatment in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center operating room. (Offered every Summer)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5610 - Clinical Pediatric Dentistry II

2 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center operating room. (Offered every Fall)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5620 - Clinical Pediatric Dentistry III

2 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center operating room. (Offered every Spring)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5630 - Clinical Pediatric Dentistry IV

1 Credit

Supervised patient treatment in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center operating room. (Offered every Summer)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5640 - Clinical Pediatric Dentistry V

2 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center operating room. (Offered every Fall)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5650 - Clinical Pediatric Dentistry VI

2 Credits

Supervised patient treatment in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center operating room. (Offered every Spring)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5660 - Clinical Pediatric Dentistry VII

1 Credit

Supervised patient treatment in the Pediatric Dentistry Clinic and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center operating room. (Offered every Summer)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5800 - Principles of Orthodontics

1 Credit (Repeatable up to 4 credits)

This course will discuss the principles of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment. The course is designed for pediatric dentists and will focus on the primary and mixed dentitions.

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

PDED 5910 - Pediatric Dentistry Seminar

0-1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Comprehensive review of pediatric dentistry topics, including: prevention, behavior management, caries/restorative dentistry, specialized patient care, pharmacology, sedation, trauma, pathology, facial growth and development, and management of the developing occlusion. Residents will gain a solid foundation in the principles of pediatric dentistry for the board examination and the practice of pediatric dentistry. (Offered each semester)

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a concentration in Pediatric Dentistry.

PDED 5950 - Special Study for Exams

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

PDED 5990 - Thesis Research

1 or 2 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Research, development, and writing of a master's thesis (required).

Restrictions:

Enrollment is limited to students with a program in Pediatric Dentistry.

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

PERI 5000 - Principles of Periodontics

1 Credit

An overview of critical didactic and clinical information in the field of periodontology to the incoming periodontal resident. Offered every year.

PERI 5010 - Periodontal Literature Review I

1 Credit

A format for reviewing and presenting significant classical and contemporary periodontal literature published in related journals. Offered every semester.

PERI 5020 - Periodontal Literature Review II

1 Credit

A format for reviewing and presenting significant classical and contemporary periodontal literature published in related journals.

PERI 5030 - Periodontal Literature Review III

1 Credit

A format for reviewing and presenting significant classical and contemporary periodontal literature published in related journals.

PERI 5040 - Periodontal Literature Review IV

1 Credit

A format for reviewing and presenting significant classical and contemporary periodontal literature published in related journals.

PERI 5050 - Periodontal Literature Review V

1 Credit

A format for reviewing and presenting significant classical and contemporary periodontal literature published in related journals.

PERI 5060 - Periodontal Literature Review VI

1 Credit

A format for reviewing and presenting significant classical and contemporary periodontal literature published in related journals.

PERI 5100 - Conscious Sedation I

1 Credit

Course is designed to provide knowledge required to manage pain and anxiety in the conscious, sedated patient and training in the various sedation techniques. Offered every year.

PERI 5110 - Conscious Sedation II

1 Credit

Continuation of PER 5100.

PERI 5120 - Optional Sedation Rotation

0 Credits

This elective rotation will provide clinical instruction and experience in intravenous sedation for patients receiving dental treatment. This learning experience will concentrate on patient evaluation, venipuncture, drug administration, monitoring, intubation, airway management and post-operative evaluation. For residents that intend to practice in Missouri and obtain a conscious sedation permit, this four-week rotation will satisfy the airway requirement and provide supplemental sedation experience. Offered occasionally.

Prerequisite(s): PERI 5100; PERI 5110

PERI 5200 - Introduction to Grad Implant Dental I

1 Credit

A comprehensive course to prepare knowledge necessary for clinical dental implant treatment; all phases of surgical and prosthetic treatment are discussed. Offered every year.

PERI 5210 - Introduction to Grad Implant Dental II

1 Credit

Continuation of PER 5200.

PERI 5220 - Advanced Implant Surgery I

1 Credit

A comprehensive overview of implant dentistry, with an emphasis on surgical methods and techniques. Special topics are presented and current literature is reviewed. Offered every year.

PERI 5230 - Advanced Implant Surgery II

1 Credit

Continuation of PER 5220.

PERI 5300 - Clinical Teaching Practicum

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Supervised participation in the instruction of clinical periodontics to undergraduate dental students and participation with faculty in the development of treatment plans for new patients. Offered every year.

PERI 5400 - Periodontics Case Presentation Seminar

0-1 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Resident presentations of patient treatment for critical review and discussion. Residents organize clinical case information and records for presentations of patient diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical therapy. Gives each resident the opportunity to observe and evaluate periodontal treatment by other residents and provides a basis of preparation for the American Board of Periodontology oral examination. Offered every academic term.

PERI 5600 - Clinical Periodontics I

1 Credit

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment. Offered every academic term.

PERI 5610 - Clinical Periodontics II

2 Credits

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5620 - Clinical Periodontics III

2 Credits

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5630 - Clinical Periodontics IV

1 Credit

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5640 - Clinical Periodontics V

2 Credits

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5650 - Clinical Periodontics VI

2 Credits

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5660 - Clinical Periodontics VII

1 Credit

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5670 - Clinical Periodontics VIII

2 Credits

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5680 - Clinical Periodontics IX

2 Credits

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment.

PERI 5690 - Clinical Periodontics X

0 Credits

Clinical course consisting of patient treatment for periodontal diseases and other associated conditions in the field of periodontics. Students treat patients with various periodontal diseases to a level that periodontal health is achieved, etiologic factors are controlled, and a schedule for supportive periodontal therapy is organized for patients. The clinical experience also consists of dental implant treatment and other adjunctive methods in the management of patients referred for periodontal treatment. (Offered in Summer)

Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students in the Center for Advanced Dental Ed college.

PERI 5700 - Periodontal Systematic Interrelation

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

Explores the complex interaction between oral and systemic health. Evidence shows that a number of human diseases are associated with opportunistic infections in periodontal medicine. These diseases are discussed together with the oral manifestations and management. Offered every year.

PERI 5800 - Orthodontics and Periodontics Interrelationships

0 Credits

Designed to explore the interrelationships between the disciplines of orthodontics and periodontics. In-depth discussion of special topics to improve patient treatment of interdisciplinary problems in clinical practice.

PERI 5910 - Current Literature in Periodontics

1 Credit (Repeatable for credit)

An ongoing review of current literature in periodontics taken from various journals. Residents present abstracts and review articles. Critical evaluations are made of current published research, and new concepts and techniques are discussed in a seminar format.

PERI 5950 - Special Study for Exams

0 Credits (Repeatable for credit)

PERI 5990 - Thesis Research

0-6 Credits (Repeatable for credit)