This course introduces students to the function of the human body and the anatomical features of the hard and soft tissues in the head and neck. Students will also learn about tooth morphology, hygiene and health promotion to avoid infection and cross-contamination.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Dental terminology, annotation and basic characteristics of teeth
- Structure and function of the human body
- Head and neck and soft tissues of the edentulous and dentulous oral cavity
- Development and eruption of teeth. Determinants of occlusion
- Anatomical features of deciduous teeth including basic features of occlusion
- Anatomical features of permanent teeth including basic features of occlusion
- Temporomandibular joint and the paranasal sinuses
- Muscles of mastication, facial expression and tongue, blood vessels of the head and neck and nerves of the head and neck
- Dental laboratory hygiene; and the principles of health promotion and principles of preventive dentistry
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70645 |
September 4, 2026 to January 29, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.