PDCH 403 - Community Dentistry

Cr Hrs: 1 (15-0-0)

This course presents an overview of the American dental care delivery system: private care, Government/public health care (emphasis on leadership, cultural competence, prevention agenda, and oral health strategies), and voluntary care. The financing of each is covered. Specific subtopics are also presented concerning public health and: sports dentistry, tobacco use, TN/AR public health programs, the latest fluoridation/prevention information, Federally Qualified Health Centers, access for aged and disabled population groups.

Grade Mode: Standard
Instructional Method: Lecture
Location offered: Memphis
Term offered: Fall

Fall - Instructor of Record: Orpheus Triplett
Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Martha H Wells
Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Russell A Wicks