Biosciences 2

Course code DENT 1210

Credit 1.0

Length 30.0 hours

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This course is designed to build on pre-learned oral histology and introduce principles of oral pathology. This will include decision-making about the relevance of clinical signs and symptoms and underlying cellular changes with an emphasis on pathologies of the orofacial region. Students will problem solve Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) dysfunction and occlusal disorders as they apply the design, fabrication, modification and repair of oral prostheses.

Prerequisites

DENT 1110.

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.

  • Occlusion classifications & functional occlusion
  • Functional occlusion and TMJ function
  • Orofacial development disturbances
  • Principles of Pathology Part 1 & 2
  • Neoplasm
  • Skin and oral signs of disease
  • Inflammation
  • Regeneration and repair

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
40523 February 5, 2027
to April 5, 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.