This course introduces the learner to dental anatomy and histology and embryology of orofacial tissues as it relates to human function and health. Orofacial development, developmental anomalies and conditions, tooth eruption, and tooth morphology including identification, crown and root anatomy features, and associated dental terminology and nomenclature are studied with an emphasis on clinical considerations and its relevance to the provision of dental hygiene care.
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.
- Embryology and histological development of orofacial tissues
- Dental terminology, anatomical terms, and nomenclature coding systems
- Dental morphology, anatomy, and function of permanent and primary dentition
- Developmental and regressive/acquired anomalies of the head, neck and oral tissues
- Tooth eruption and exfoliation
PLAR is applied in alignment with the Procedures of Policy D.3.5 – Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition.
Students will be assessed by a Challenge Exam, including both written and Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) components, designed to validate the knowledge of the candidate as it relates to the course learning outcomes.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72966 |
September 8, 2026 to December 11, 2026 |
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.