DOCTOR OF DENTAL MEDICINE
CURRICULUM
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
DENT 111
General Anatomy I (Regional Anatomy)
DENT 112
General Microscopic Anatomy and Embryology
DENT 113
Biochemistry
DENT 114
Oral Anatomy
DENT 115
Computer Fundamentals and Dental Informatics
Total
5
4
5
4
3
21
Second Semester
DENT 121
General Anatomy II (Head and Neck Anatomy)
DENT 122
Oral Microscopic Anatomy and Embryology
DENT 123
General Physiology
DENT 124
Dental Materials
DENT 125
Nutrition in Dental Education
DENT 126
Occlusion
Total
5
4
4
3
2
1
19
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
DENT 221
DENT 222
DENT 223
DENT 224
DENT 225
DENT 226
General Pathology
Pharmacology
Restorative Dentistry I
Prosthodontics I (Crown and Bridge)
Microbiology
Oral Physiology
Total
Second Semester
DENT 221
Oral Pathology I
DENT 222
Restorative Dentistry II
DENT 223
Prosthodontics II (Removable Partial Prosthodontics)
DENT 224
Prosthodontics III (Complete Prosthodontics)
DENT 225
Anesthesiology
DENT 226
Orthodontics I
DENT 227
Roentgenology
Total
4
3
4
4
3
3
21
4
3
4
4
3
3
3
24
THIRD YEAR
Summer
DENT 301
DENT 302
DENT 303
DENT 304
First Semester
DENT 311
DENT 312
DENT 313
DENT 314
DENT 315
Sedation
Periodontology I
Oral Diagnosis I
The Dentist as a Missionary
Total
1
1
1
2
5
Oral Surgery I
Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning II
Endodontics
Orthodontics II
Introduction to Research
2
2
3
3
2
DENT 316
DENT 317
DENT 318
Principles of Medicine
Periodontology II
Clinical Dentistry I
Total
2
2
6
22
Second Semester
DENT 321
Oral Surgery II
DENT 322
Technical and Scientific Writing
DENT 323
Practice Management
DENT 324
Oral Pathology II
DENT 325
Dental Jurisprudence and Ethics
DENT 326
Community Dentistry I
DENT 327
Pediatric Dentistry
DENT 328
Clinical Dentistry II
DENT 328
Forensic Dentistry
Total
2
2
2
3
2
2
2
6
1
22
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester
DENT 411
DENT 412
DENT 413
DENT 414
DENT 415
DENT 416
DENT 417
DENT 418
DENT 419
Hospital Dentistry I
Community Dentistry II
Restorative Dentistry Seminar I
Prosthodontics Seminar I
Oral Medicine Seminar I
Orthodontics Pediatric Dentistry Seminar I
Clinical Dentistry III
Current Trends in Dentistry
Basic Dental Implantology
Total
3
3
1
1
2
1
10
1
1
23
Second Semester
DENT 421
Hospital Dentistry II
DENT 422
Community Dentistry III
DENT 423
Restorative Dentistry Seminar II
DENT 424
Prosthodontics Seminar II
DENT 425
Oral Medicine Seminar II
DENT 426
Orthodontics Pediatric Dentistry Seminar II
DENT 427
Clinical Dentistry IV
DENT 428
Special Care Dentistry
Total
1
3
1
1
2
1
10
1
20
Total Units Required
177
Summary
Basic Medical Sciences
General Anatomy I
General Anatomy II
Biochemistry
General Microscopic Anatomy and Embryology
General Physiology
Nutrition
Microbiology
General Pathology
37
5
5
5
4
4
2
3
4
Pharmacology
Principles of Medicine
3
2
Basic Dental Sciences
Oral Anatomy
Occlusion
Computer Fundamentals and Dental Informatics
Oral Microscopic Anatomy and Embryology
Dental Materials
Restorative Dentistry I
Prosthodontics I (Crown and Bridge)
Oral Physiology
Oral Pathology I
Prosthodontics II (RPD)
Prosthodontics III (CD)
Anesthesiology
Sedation
Orthodontics I
Reontgenology
Oral Surgery I
Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning I
Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning II
Endodontics
Introduction to Dental Research
Periodontology I
Periodontology II
Oral Surgery II
Technical and Scientific Writing
Practice Management and Entrepreneurship
Oral Pathology II
Forensic Dentistry
Dental Jurisprudence and Ethics
Pediatric Dentistry with Child Psychology
Basic Implant Dentistry
76
4
1
3
4
3
4
4
3
4
4
4
3
1
3
3
2
1
2
3
2
1
2
2
2
2
3
1
2
2
1
Pre-Clinical Subjects
Restorative Dentistry II
Orthodontics II
6
3
3
Clinical Dentistry
Clinical Dentistry I
Clinical Dentistry II
Clinical Dentistry III
Clinical Dentistry IV
Current Trends in Dentistry
33
6
6
10
10
1
Special Studies:
Ortho-Pedo Seminar I
Prosthodontics Seminar I
Restorative Dentistry Seminar I
Oral Medicine Seminar I
Ortho-Pedo Seminar II
Prosthodontics Seminar II
Restorative Dentistry Seminar II
Oral Medicine Seminar II
Special Care Dentistry
11
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
Hospital Dentistry
Hospital Dentistry I
Hospital Dentistry II
4
3
1
Community Dentistry
Community Dentistry I
Community Dentistry II
Community Dentistry III
8
2
3
3
Religion
The Dentist as a Missionary
2
2
Total Units Required
177
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
DENT
011
DENTAL HISTORY AND ORIENTATION (3 units). This course emphasizes on
acquainting the students with the practice of dentistry as a profession. This includes the history of dentistry
and how the profession has evolved through the ages to the present.
DENT
021
PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH (3 units). This course embraces the
knowledge of health for both immediate and future needs of the community, health of the people in the
community, preventive measures of controlling diseases and personal hygiene. It involves the proper
nutrition of the individual and the community as well.
DENT
022
DENTAL EQUIPMENT REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE (2 units). This course
focuses on acquainting the students with the equipment of the dental office; the use and maintenance of
instruments and apparatus in the dental practice.
DENT
111
GENERAL ANATOMY I (Regional Anatomy) (5 units). This subject deals with the
architecture and interrelation of the different parts of the body obtained by gross dissection and studied by
regions involving the different tissues such as bones, muscles, nerves, blood vessels and different visceral
organs which constitute as systemic anatomical knowledge and form the basis for clinical study.
DENT
112
GENERAL MICROSCOPIC ANATOMY AND EMBRYOLOGY (4 units). This
course deals with the biological structures of functionally complex integrated cells and tissues that compose
the human organ system. Developmental processes emphasized, particularly the structure of teeth and their
supporting tissues, as well as a detailed study of the development of the face, jaws and teeth.
DENT
113
BIOCHEMISTRY (5 units). This course deals with the study of chemistry of the
biomolecules in the human body and all underlying biochemical processes related to dentistry.
DENT
114
Oral Anatomy (4 units). The study of the morphology of deciduous and permanent
dentition, their arrangement and relationship with supporting structures. It also includes the study of the
paleontology of the human dentition, growth and development of the skull and jaws correlated to the
eruption of teeth and the forces of occlusion.
DENT
115
COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS AND DENTAL INFORMATICS (3 units). This
subject deals with the principles and programs of computers as applied to the practice of Dentistry. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Science.
DENT
121
GENERAL ANATOMY II (Head and Neck Anatomy) (5 units).
This subject deals with the thorough study of the head and neck at the macroscopic level. Emphasis is on
the maxillofacial structures, pharyngeal regions and its facial planes. Clinical correlations included to
integrate anatomy with dentistry. Pre-requisite: General Anatomy I.
DENT
122
ORAL MICROSCOPIC ANATOMY AND EMBRYOLOGY (4 units). This
course deals with the biological structures of functionality complex integrated cells and tissues that
compose the human organ system. Developmental processes are emphasized, particularly the structure of
teeth and their supporting tissues, as well as a detailed study of the development of the face, jaws and teeth.
DENT
123
GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY (4 units). A Study of the general physiology with
emphasis on the digestive, nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine and other systems to include the metabolism
of calcium and phosphorus. Emphasis is given on its practical application to dentistry together with
integration of items on family planning and HIV/AIDS. Pre-requisite: General Anatomy I.
DENT
124
DENTAL MATERIALS (3 units). The physical and chemical properties of materials
used in dentistry, its clinical application and manipulation. This includes biomaterials and their application
to dentistry. Pre-requisite: Oral Anatomy.
DENT
125
NUTRITION IN DENTAL EDUCATION (2 units lecture). The role of essential
nutrients in health and disease with emphasis on maternal and pediatric oral health and the pathogenesis of
malnutrition. Pre-requisite: Biochemistry.
DENT
126
OCCLUSION (1 unit). Emphasis is on the guidance of occlusion, kinesiology of
occlusion, functional movements of the mandible, occlusal stability and periodontal reaction to physiologic
changes. Pre-requisite: Oral Anatomy.
DENT
211
GENERAL PATHOLOGY (4 units). General Pathology is the study of the origin
and basic reaction of cells and tissues to the abnormal stimuli underlying all diseases with emphasis on the
pathologic processes of the oral cavity. Pre-requisite: General Anatomy I and II, General Physiology,
Biochemistry.
DENT
212
PHARMACOLOGY (3 units). This course deals with the principles of
pharmacodynamics and kinetics, pharmacognosy of different drug groups used in medicine. Special
emphasis is made on the dental significance of these drug actions. Prescription writing and the proper
dispensation of drugs are also discussed. Medications commonly employed in the management of dentalrelated diseases are discussed. Emphasis is stressed on the their potential interaction with total patient care.
Pre-requisite: General Anatomy I and II, General Physiology, Biochemistry.
DENT
213
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY I (4 units). This course discusses the basic principles
and technique of cavity preparation and the restoration of teeth with silver amalgam alloy and aesthetic
restorative materials. A discussion of the etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management of
dental caries as well as the preventive measures of plaque control. Pre-requisite: Oral Anatomy, Oral
Microscopic Anatomy and Embryology, Dental Materials.
DENT
214
PROSTHODONTICS I (4 units). Study of the planning and construction of fixed
partial dentures considering the biological requirements for restoring the normal oral function and
aesthetics. Pre-requisite: Oral Anatomy, Oral Microscopic Anatomy and Embryology. Co-requisite:
Restorative Dentistry I.
DENT
215
MICROBIOLOGY (5 units). A basic course on the biology of pathogenic
microorganisms which include bacteria, virus, fungi, protozoa, rickettsiae, helminthes and others, as related
to oral health. Emphasis on the dental aspects that are applicable. Pre-requisite: General Physiology.
DENT
216
ORAL PHYSIOLOGY AND OCCLUSION (3 units).
stomatognathic system and occlusion and its application to the dental practice.
Pre-requisite: General Pathology, Biochemistry
The physiology of the
DENT
221
ORAL PATHOLOGY I (4 units.) The study that deals with the gross and
microscopic abnormalities, as well as the clinical manifestations of oral diseases. Pre-requisite: General
Pathology, Oral Microscopic Anatomy.
DENT
222
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY II (3 units). This course discusses the indications,
preparations and placement of direct gold restorations, atypical cast gold inlays and onlays, complex
amalgam restorations and board-exam type restorations. Principles of dental aesthetics, adhesion to tooth
tissues, preparation of tooth colored restorations in anterior and posterior teeth. Diagnosis and treatment
planning, with emphasis on the selection of the ideal restorative material for different restorative cases.
Pre-requisite: Restorative Dentistry I
DENT
223
PROSTHODONTICS II (Removal Partial Prosthodontics) (4 units). The basic
principles of restoring missing teeth and associated structures of partially edentulous oral cavity with
removable prosthesis. This course also includes designing, prescription writing and the selection of the
appropriate biocompatible materials.
Pre-requisite: Dental Materials, Oral Physiology and Occlusion.
DENT
224
PROSTHODONTICS III (Complete Denture Prosthodontics) (4 units). A study of
the rehabilitation of completely edentulous patient based on the principles of biomechanics and aesthetics
using appropriate biocompatible materials. Pre-requisite: General Anatomy I and II, Oral Anatomy, Oral
Physiology and Occlusion, Dental Materials.
DENT
225
ANESTHESIOLOGY (3 units). This course covers the history, agents employed,
pharmacology, modes of administration, stages, sequence, anxieties, selection and untoward effects of an
anesthetic drug. It also includes regional anatomy and techniques for conductive, infiltration and regional
anesthesia. Pre-requisite: Pharmacology.
DENT
226
ORTHODONTICS (3 units). Fundamentals of growth and development of the
craniofacial structures and their relation to the stomatognathic system.
DENT
227
ROENTGENOLOGY (3 units).
This course aims to provide a thorough
understanding of the principles of radiography and its application in practice in so far as they are related to
the work of a general practitioner. Emphasis will be given on the materials used in radiography and the
principles involved in their use; the properties of a good diagnostic radiograph; radiation safety measures to
guard against radiation hazards; intra- and extra-oral radiographic interpretations including normal
radiographic landmarks and pathologies. Pre-requisites: General Anatomy I and II, Oral Anatomy.
DENT
301
SEDATION (1 unit). This subject covers nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation as well as the
physiologic and psychological aspects of pain and anxiety control. Sedation techniques involving
intravenous drugs and medicines are discussed as well. Pre-requisite: Anesthesiology.
DENT
302
PERIODONTOLOGY I (1 unit). Review of gross and microscopic anatomy of the
periodontium in health and disease. Primary etiology of periodontal disease. Examination of patient’s
clinical periodontal status and introduction to the diagnosis and treatment planning process. Pre-requisite:
Oral Pathology I.
DENT
303
ORAL DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT PLANNING I (1 unit). Principles and
procedures in developing a systematic method of patient interview. Emphasis is made on gathering
information about a patient. Pre-requisite: Oral Physiology, General Pathology, Oral Pathology I.
DENT
304
THE DENTIST AS A MISSIONARY (2 units). This subject deals with the
incorporation of a Christian mission together with the dental profession.
DENT
311
ORAL SURGERY I (2 units). The general principles of surgery and how they are
applied to dental procedures. Pre-requisite: General Pathology, Oral Physiology and Occlusion,
Anesthesiology, Roentgenology, Pharmacology.
DENT
312
ORAL DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT PLANNING II (2 units). This course
deals with the comparative analysis of oral diseases, as differentiated by their clinical manifestations.
Various supplement tests are discussed to aid in the diagnosis of oral disease. Pre-requisite: General
Anatomy I & II, Oral Anatomy, General Pathology, Oral Pathology I, Oral Diagnosis & Treatment
Planning I, Roentgenology.
DENT
313
ENDODONTICS (3 units). Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the dental pulp
and periapical tissues. Pre-requisite: Oral Physiology and Occlusion, Oral Pathology I, Pharmacology,
Roentgenology
DENT
314
ORTHODONTICS II (3 units). Prevention and interception of malocclusion through
timely diagnosis of the orthodontic problem. Pre-requisite: Orthodontics I.
DENT
315
INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL RESEARCH (3 units). Principles and methods in
research and its application to dentistry focused on developing a research protocol.
DENT
316
PRINCIPLES OF MEDICINE (2 units). This course is designed to provide a logical
framework for learning as well as working knowledge of internal medicine needed for diagnosis of dental
patients with medical illnesses in relation to dentistry. Pre-requisite: General Anatomy I and II, General
Physiology, General Pathology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology.
DENT
317
PERIODONTOLOGY II ( 2 units). A course on the etiology, pathology,
classification and management of periodontal diseases, including a review of the histology and physiology
of the periodontium. Development of philosophy and skills in personal and patient plaque control.
Development of skill and biological basis for periodontal instrumentation. Impact of these procedures on
the bacterial microflora and periodontal tissues. Comprehensive treatment planning. Prognostication,
limitations, and evaluation of periodontal therapy on a long- and short-term basis, including reationale for
maintenance therapy and adjunctive chemical anti-microbial therapy. Pre-requisite: Oral Microscopic
Anatomy & Embryology, Oral Pathology I, Roentgenology, Periodontology.
DENT
318
CLINICAL DENTISTRY I (6 units). Application of the principles and methods of
providing dental care in some clinical areas (Restorative Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Periodontics) under the
close supervision of the clinical supervisor. Pre-requisite: Restorative Dentistry I and II, Prosthodontics I,
II and III, Roentgenology.
DENT
321
ORAL SURGERY II (2 units). A study of the surgical management of complicated
extractions, reductions and fixation of traumatic injuries of the face and jaws and surrounding tissues, and
other conditions related to orthognathic surgery and other pathological lesions of the oral cavity.
Orientation is on team approach in surgery with the general surgeon in the management of oral lesions and
secondary tissues. Pre-requisite: Oral Surgery I.
DENT
322
TECHNICAL AND SCIENTIFIC WRITING (3 units). The basic principles in
preparing a technical paper and thesis for presentation and discussion in scientific forum and/or for
publication. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Research.
DENT
323
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT (2 units). The practice of dentistry in relation to the
social, economic and cultural conditions of the community.
DENT
324
ORAL PATHOLGY II (3 units). The pathology of neoplasm and other diseases of
the adjacent structures in the oral csavity with emphasis on laboratory and diagnostic procedures and
suggested treatment. Pre-requisite: Oral Pathology I, Diagnostic and Treatment Planning I and II.
DENT
325
DENTAL JURISPRUDENCE AND ETHICS (2 units). The relation of law and
ethics to the dental practice.
DENT
326
COMMUNITY DENTISTRY I (3 units).
prevention applied to major dental public health problems.
Concepts, principles and methods of
DENT
327
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY (2 units). The study of the principles and techniques in
the management of the child with dental problems including treatment of injuries and interceptive
orthodontics. Pre-requisite: Oral Surgery I, Anesthesiology, Orthodontics I & II, Restorative Dentistry I &
II, Prosthodontics I.
DENT
328
CLINICAL DENTISTRY II (6 units). Application of the principles and methods of
providing dental care in the various clinical areas under close supervision of the clinical supervisor
(continuation of Clinical Dentistry I). Pre-requisite: Clinical Dentistry I.
DENT
329
FORENSIC DENTISTRY (1 unit). Deals with the study of dental parts of the body
in the confirmation of identity of the victims. Pre-requisite: General Pathology, Oral Pathology, Oral
Diagnosis & Treatment Planning II, General Anatomy I & II, Roentgenology, Restorative Dentistry I & II,
Prosthodontics I, II, & III, Oral Histology.
DENT
411
HOSPITAL DENTISTRY I (3 units). Dental externship for senior students at a local
hospital designed to orient the students with hospital procedures and the scope and functions of other
divisions of health services. Pre-requisite: General and Oral Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology and
Principles of Medicine.
DENT
412
COMMUNITY DENTISTRY II (3 units). The study of the concepts, principles and
methods of prevention applied to major dental public health problems. Pre-requisite: Community
Dentistry I.
DENT
416
ORTHODONTICS-PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY SEMINAR I. This course is
designed to implement the principles and techniques learned from the basic Orthodontics and Pediatric
Dentistry courses. Pre-requisite: Orthodontics I & II, Pediatric Dentistry, Clinical Dentistry I & II.
DENT
417
CLINICAL DENTISTRY III (10 units). Application of principles and methods of
providing dental care in the various clinical areas, given a set of clinical requirements with minimum
supervision of the clinical supervisor. Pre-requisite: Clinical Dentistry II.
DENT
421
HOSPITAL DENTISTRY II (1 unit). Externship for senior students in a local
hospital exposure in interdepartmental referral system, and proper hospital decorum.
Pre-requisite: Hospital Dentistry I
DENT
422
COMMUNITY DENTISTRY III (3 units). The principles and methods designed in
the practice of community dentistry, including field experience. Pre-requisite: Community Dentistry II.
DENT
413
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY SEMINAR I (1 unit). Clinical conference on
problems encountered in Restorative Dentistry clinic which is designed to develop critical thinking based
on the principles and techniques learned from the basic knowledge in Restorative Dentistry. Pre-requisite:
Restorative Dentistry I & II, Clinical Dentistry I & II.
DENT
414
PROSTHODONTICS SEMINAR I (1 unit). A special study concerned with
problem-based learning consisting of case presentation by the students following the principles and
concepts of fixed partial denture and removable partial denture prosthodontics.
Pre-requisite:
Prosthodontics I & II, Clinical Dentistry I & II.
DENT
415
ORAL MEDICINE SEMINAR I (2 units). A special study concerned with the
problem-based learning consisting of case presentation by the students following the principles and
concepts of endodontics and periodontics. Pre-requisite: Oral Pathology I & II, Endodontics,
Periodontology I & II Clinical Dentistry I & II.
DENT
416
ORTHODONTICS-PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY SEMINAR I (1 unit). This course
is designed to implement the principles and techniques learned from the basic Orthodontics and Pediatric
Dentistry courses. Pre-requisite: Orthodontics I & II, Pediatric Dentistry, Clinical Dentistry I & II.
DENT
418
CURRENT TRENDS IN DENTISTRY (1 unit). A study concerned with the latest
developments in Dentistry like dental materials, dental technology, new techniques and other areas related
to clinical dentistry like infection control practices, genetics and medically compromised patients.
DENT
419
BASIC IMPLANT DENTISTRY (1 unit). Scientific and technical foundation for
implant surgery and expansion of basic implant procedures. Post-placement care, long-term maintenance
and clinical complications associated with dental implants. Pre-requisite: Oral Surgery I & II,
Prosthodontics I, II & III.
DENT
423
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY SEMINAR II (1 unit). A special study concerned
with the problem-based learning consisting of case presentation by the students following the principles
and concepts of Restorative Dentistry. Pre-requisite: Restorative Dentistry Seminar I.
DENT
424
PROSTHODONTICS SEMINAR II (1 unit). A special study concerned with
problem-based learning consisting of case presentation by the students following the principles and
concepts of complete denture prosthodontics. Pre-requisite: Prosthodontics Seminar I.
DENT
425
ORAL MEDICINE SEMINAR II (2 units). A special study concerned with
problem-based learning consisting of case presentation by the students following the principles and
concepts of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. This will also include different surgical procedures in the
treatment of oral diseases and acquired defects of the jaws and its associated structures.
This course also tackles the differential diagnosis of orofacial and temporomandibular pain,
including current treatment modalities. Pre-requisite: Oral Medicine I, Oral Surgery I & II, Oral Diagnosis
and Treatment Planning I & II, General and Oral Pathology, Principles of Medicine, Roentgenology,
Anesthesiology, Pharmacology.
DENT
426
ORTHODONTICS-PEDODONTICS SEMINAR II (1 unit). A special study
concerned with problem-based learning consisting of case presentation by the students following the
principles and concepts of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry. Pre-requisite: Orthodontics Pediatric
Dentistry Seminar I.
DENT
427
CLINICAL DENTISTRY IV (10 units). Clinical application of the competencies
acquired in Clinical Dentistry III. This is a continuation of the requirements in Clinical Dentistry III. A
validation examination will be given in Restorative Dentistry, Prosthodontics and Roentgenology. This
examination will be included as part of the requirement in Clinical Dentistry IV and a pre-requisite for
graduation. Pre-requisite: Clinical Dentistry III.
DENT
428
GERIATRIC DENTISTRY SEMINAR I (1 unit). Considerations in the diagnosis,
treatment planning and management of special populations: the handicapped, hospitalized and geriatric
patients. Pre-requisite: Clinical Dentistry II.