Clinical Oral Diagnosis, Radiology, Patient Recall, and Emergency Dental Care
SDM OD 640
Clinical rotations in the Division of Oral Diagnosis and Radiology in the third and fourth year. Allows students to expose and interpret radiographs for new dental patients, perform initial screening examination, and diagnose incoming patients. Working with faculty comprehensive-care team leaders, students gain the analytical and decision-making skills necessary to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and coordinate patient care. During rotations students are periodically assigned to the dental emergency area. Under the supervision of faculty of the appropriate clinical departments, students have the opportunity to gain experience in diagnosing and managing patients with acute dental emergencies. Includes periodic assignments in managing patients returning for follow-up appointments. Emphasis is on preventive dentistry, patient education, and appropriate triage to meet patient requirements.

