Courses

The listing of a course description here does not guarantee a course’s being offered in a particular term. Please refer to the published schedule of classes on the MyBU Student Portal for confirmation a class is actually being taught and for specific course meeting dates and times.

• SDM MD 514: Physiology
  This course presents the physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and integrated body functions, including student led discussion of the physiological basis of clinical conditions. An integrated approach is also taken to the endocrine system including extensive discussion of fuel metabolism and reproductive physiology. Hormonal aberrations and their end results are presented in clinical correlations by students.
• SDM MD 515: Microbiology & Immunology
  The overall goals of this course are to provide students with: (1) a foundation in medical microbiology, including the nomenclature, structure, physiology, genetics, mechanisms of pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations associated with microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites) that cause disease, and the role of the microbiome in health and disease; (2) an understanding of how the basic principles of microbiology are applied in the effective diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases, and (3) a basic background in immunology including the functions and disorders of the immune system.
• SDM MD 520: General Pathology
  This course covers the fundamental concepts of modern pathology and explains how to apply the process of differential diagnosis in the major human diseases. Pathologic mechanisms and principles of most organs and systems of the body are discussed, with emphasis on those most relevant to oral health and care of dental patients. The course includes lectures by the School of Medicine Pathology faculty and Integrated Problem Sessions presented by students.
• SDM MD 530: Pharmacology
  This course addresses the pharmacological principles that underlie the appropriate clinical use of therapeutic agents. The efficacy and toxicity of major classes of drugs are covered with emphasis on implications in dentistry, including side effects in the oral cavity and drug interactions.
• SDM MD 531A: Pharmacology
  This course addresses the pharmacologic principles that underlie the appropriate clinical use of therapeutic agents. The efficacy and toxicity of major classes of drugs are covered with emphasis on implications in dentistry, including side effects in the oral cavity and drug interactions.
• SDM OB 511: Oral Biology I
  This course is a comprehensive consideration of the embryology, microscopic and macroscopic structure, and functions of the orofacial complex. Material from the other basic sciences is expanded and related to the oral cavity. Emphasis is on the normal state of oral health.
• SDM OB 520: Oral Biology II
  The second-year course in oral biology expands on concepts introduced in the first year. Emphasizes specific oral structures and functions and introduces the biology of oral disease states. Includes a section on clinical nutrition as it relates to systemic diseases and oral health.
• SDM OB 763: Basic Processes in Oral Biology
  This introductory Oral Biology course explores fundamental biological processes at the cellular and molecular levels as they relate to oral and craniofacial health. Topics include gene expression, extracellular matrix dynamics, molecular signaling in craniofacial diseases, tooth development, bone biology, oral stem cells, and the molecular basis of inherited and acquired conditions. The course provides a scientific foundation for understanding the pathogenesis and potential treatment strategies for oral diseases. 1st and 2nd sem.
• SDM OB 766: Oral Immunology & Microbiology
  Immunology section: The purpose of this course is to present material relative to the subject of oral immunobiology. The course will deal with the basics of the immune reaction from a subcellular level to an entire host reaction as they pertain to the etiology and pathogenesis of the disease processes in oral cavity. This course will relate basic science findings to the clinical situations with an emphasis on treatment modalities for delivering clinical care. It is also the purpose of the course to provide an understanding of disease pathogenesis so that an informed basis of therapy can be recommended. Microbiology section: The purpose of this course is to examine the complex microbial ecology of the mouth, with focus on the key microbes involved in dental diseases. The course will include the basic aspects of oral biofilm formation and microbial pathogenicity, with focus on the microbial diversity involved in caries, periodontal and periapical infections. There will be a short analysis of diagnostic microbial identification, as well as treatment modalities. This course will attempt to link microbial clinical problems with basic infectious disease concepts, for a well informed approach to treatment.
• SDM OB 830: Research Writing
  The course introduces the essential elements of scientific writing and describes the fundamental concepts and components of scientific reports and proposals. It provides practical instruction in developing such components, with emphasis on literature searches, data management and journal article summarization. The course also identifies ethical issues in research writing and in the responsible conduct of research, with emphasis on research involving human subjects and vertebrate animals. Through practical exercises, students gain skills in scientific communication and responsible research practices.
• SDM OB 850: Oral Biology Journal Club
  Weekly review and discussion of current pertinent literature in oral biology and related fields. 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th sem.
• SDM OB 852: Oral Biology Journal Club
  Weekly review and discussion of current pertinent literature in oral biology and related fields. 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th sem.
• SDM OB 991: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 992: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 993: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 994: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OB 995: Research: Oral Biology
  Research to satisfy the requirements for the MS, MSD, DSc, DScD, and PhD degrees. Thesis and dissertation projects conducted in any of the biomedical sciences with focus on oral structures and/or functions. For the DSc. DScD or PhD degrees a dissertation defense is required. 1st-10th sem. As relevant credit requirements depends on the academic degree. Please see description above.
• SDM OD 510: Oral Diagnosis/Radiology I
  This web-based course is designed to introduce basic radiology concepts to pre- doctoral dental students. Students will gain knowledge of the basic concepts of how x-rays are created and interact, as well as a familiarity with dental radiographic techniques and radiographic intra oral and extra oral anatomy. This course includes training of students to analyze the biological effects of ionizing radiation.
• SDM OD 522: Oral Diagnosis/Radiology II
  This course presents advanced imaging techniques including extraoral imaging, panoramic imaging, CBCT and principles of digital imaging. Lectures and case presentations will prepare the students to analyze radiographs and be proficient in interpretation of caries, periodontal disease and periapical pathology. The students will also gain knowledge of the radiographic features of various jaw diseases including cysts, tumors, fibro-osseous lesions, systemic disease, infections and developmental diseases affecting the oral tissues.
• SDM OD 522A: Oral Diagnosis/Radiology II
  This course presents advanced imaging techniques including extraoral imaging, panoramic imaging, CBCT and principles of digital imaging. Lectures and case presentations will prepare the students to analyze radiographs and be proficient in interpretation of caries, periodontal disease and periapical pathology. The students will also gain knowledge of the radiographic features of various jaw diseases including cysts, tumors, fibro-osseous lesions, systemic disease, infections and developmental diseases affecting the oral tissues.