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Formation and function of the head and neck

Course Description: This course is an important introduction to dental programs in the clinical and pre-clinical stages, where students study the anatomy, physiology of the head and neck, and occlusion. The course includes an introduction to basic terminology, tooth structure, and extends to an overview of all oral appliances. All material is discussed in direct relation to significant clinical dental cases. This course will cover oral secretions, salivary gland function, the temporomandibular joint, and static occlusion.
Credits: 5
Objectives of the course :

By the end of this course, the student should be able to:
- Use of common dental anatomical terms
- Recognize and identify the anatomical structure of the head and neck
- Gain detailed knowledge of the shape of each tooth in the primary and permanent dentition
- Estimating the relationship between tooth shape and clinical dentistry
- Understands the relationships of fixed dentures in ideal dentures

Course outputs :

• Identifying the anatomical structure of the temporomandibular joint and its relationship to function
- Drawing of the mandibular rim movements as seen in the sagittal, frontal and horizontal planes
- Describe the sliding tooth friction in optimal dentures in the following types of dentures: Functional Anterior Group, Guiding Canine, Functional Posterior Group, and Bi-Balanced
- Knowledge of salivary function, anatomy, development, histologic features, salivary gland composition, clinical considerations, age changes, and salivary gland diseases

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  • Last updated: 2026-04-12

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