Chabot College
Catalog Description:
52B - Advanced Periodontics
Course Outline for Dental Hygiene 52B
ADVANCED PERIODONTICS
Fall 2008
1 unit
Continuation of 52A. Research-based comprehensive periodontal therapy. Focus on systemic diseases and their relationship to periodontal disease and adjunct periodontal treatment modalities through the use of evidence-based research and case studies. Prerequisite: Dental Hygiene 52A
(completed with a grade of C or higher). 1 hour.
[Typical contact hours: 17.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
Before entering the course the student should be able to:
1.
discuss the historical perspectives and epidemiology in periodontics;
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6.
describe the clinical and microscopic anatomy of the normal periodontium; indicate the basic concepts in host response; delineate the microorganisms involved in the microbiology of periodontal disease; describe the clinical and histological changes in the periodontium associated with disease; relate the etiology of periodontal disease utilizing the American Academy of Periodontics' system of case classification;
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8.
describe the risk factors in periodontal pathology; describe the elements of diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planning in periodontics;
9.
describe periodontal emergencies and their treatments;
10.
describe the various methods of periodontal surgery, healing and benefits;
11.
articulate the significance of periodontal maintenance.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
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describe systemic factors that influence dental hygiene care; describe the types of implant diseases, implant maintenance therapy and patient education; indicate the role of occlusal concepts in periodontal disease including trauma from occlusion;
4.
indicate the signs and symptoms of a periodontal emergency as well as the treatment
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options; compare non-surgical periodontal treatment methodologies with laser therapy; describe conditions that require consultation with a patient's physician; describe changes in oral tissues observed with the following systemic diseases and conditions: a.
b.
c.
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g.
endocrine disturbances and abnormalities autoimmune diseases pulmonary disorders infectious diseases neurological disorders addictions cancer

Chabot College
Course Outline for Dental Hygiene 52B, page 2
Fall 2008
8.
list modifications needed to best treat clients with systemic conditions;
Expected Outcomes for Students (continued)
9.
identify uses of adjunct treatment modalities for treatment of periodontal disease;
10.
describe the benefits/risks of using alternative therapies;
11.
utilize evidence-based research to support the use of adjunct treatment modalities.
Course Content:
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Role of systemic disease in periodontitis
Implant therapy and periodontal conditions
Periodontal emergencies
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Occlusal concepts and occlusal trauma in periodontal therapy
The role of lasers in periodontal therapy
Cardiovascular disease and blood dyscrasias
Endocrine disturbances/abnormalities
Infectious diseases
Autoimmune disorders
10. Nutritional disorders
11. Pulmonary disorders
12. Neurological disorders
13. Cancer
14. Addictions
Methods of Presentation:
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Lecture
Discussion
Case studies
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Typical Assignments a.
b.
Prepare a case documentation for a periodontal advanced case type.
Evaluate a research article focusing on periodontal therapy/treatment modalities.
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress a.
b.
Quizzes
Midterm examination c. Final examination
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist, Nield-Gehrig Willmann, 2007 or most recent edition
Special Student Materials:
Removable storage media such as USB flash drive or diskette.