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Pediatrics and Applied Nutrition for Oral Health

Course Description: This course generally aims to introduce and educate students on the fundamentals of examining, diagnosing, and developing treatment plans for various dental problems in children from infancy to adolescence. It also covers pediatric radiographic techniques, problems of tooth and jaw development, the development of normal occlusion, managing child behavior in the dental clinic, preventive procedures, and oral and dental health care for children and adolescents, including oral care for infants. Additionally, it addresses understanding various periodontal diseases in children. The course emphasizes the importance of accurate pediatric medical history taking, proper diagnosis, developing an appropriate treatment plan, and identifying behavior modification techniques used in pediatric dentistry. The course also equips students with knowledge related to the basic principles of nutrition and diet and their applications in caring for dental health patients. Furthermore, it focuses on developing the necessary skills to analyze dietary habits and provide dental nutritional counseling, especially in hospitals and dental healthcare institutions.
Credits: 2
Objectives of the course :

This course aims to teach the principles and practices of pediatric dentistry and applied nutrition in dental health through theoretical lectures. It is worth two credit hours.

Course outputs :

Knowledge and understanding:

 

Understanding the Role of the Oral Health Professional in Pediatric Dentistry.

The ability to comprehend the contents of medical records for child and adolescent patients based on their oral and dental healthcare needs.

Skills:

Explaining the importance of oral health and discussing it with parents and/or children to prevent dental diseases in children and adolescents.

Demonstrate highly efficient work skills with children and adolescents.

Values and Responsibility

Showing professional demeanor when dealing with colleagues.

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  • Last updated: June 25, 2026

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