LECTURES TOPICS
Cell structure and Function
General Embryology
Development of the oral cavity, pharyngeal arches and tongue
Development of the face and palate
Development and growth of the maxilla
Development and growth of the mandible
Developmental anomalies & clinical considerations
Development of the teeth: Crown formation
Amelogenesis I : Life cycle of ameloblasts
Amelogenesis II : Enamel formation and maturation
Dentinogenesis
Development of the teeth: Root formation and supporting structures
Eruption of the deciduous and permanent teeth
Shedding and exfoliation of the deciduous teeth
Properties and composition of enamel
Histological structure of enamel
Properties & composition of dentine
Histological structure of dentine
Dental pulp, anatomy, structures & functions
Cementum, structure and function
Histological structure & function of periodontal ligament
Histological Structure of the jaw bones and alveolar process
Temporomandibular joint, anatomy and histology
Classification of the Oral Mucosa, definitions and general consideration
Keratinized and non-keratinized oral mucous membrane
Specialized mucosa – Histological structure of the tongue
Gingival sulcus and dentogingival junction
Salivary gland