College: Pediatric Dentistry

This specialty focuses on oral health for children from infancy through adolescence.

Students develop preventive and therapeutic dental care skills for children, including those with special needs. Graduates are prepared to work in pediatric dental clinics, hospitals, and community health centers.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the basics of pediatric dentistry, child development, and behavior management.
• Develop skills in preventive dental care, diagnosis, and treatment planning for children.
• Learn emergency management techniques in dentistry, trauma, and patients with special needs.
• Explore principles of child psychology, growth and development, and oral health education.
• Analyze and address the unique dental needs of children and adolescents.
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills for effective pediatric dental care.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Pediatric Dentistry - Overview of fundamental concepts and practices in pediatric dentistry.
2. Child Development and Psychology - Principles of child growth and behavior management in dental settings.
3. Preventive Pediatric Dentistry - Basics of preventive dental care for children.
4. Diagnosis and Treatment Planning - Principles of diagnosis and treatment planning in pediatric dentistry.
5. Restorative Dentistry for Children - Basics of restorative dental procedures for children.
6. Dental Trauma and Emergencies in Children - Principles of managing dental trauma and emergencies in children.
7. Pediatric Dentistry for Special Needs - Basics of providing dental care for children with special needs.
8. Oral Health Education and Prevention - Principles of education and prevention in pediatric oral health.
9. Practical Training in Pediatric Dentistry - Real-world experiences in pediatric dentistry through internships and projects.
10. Capstone Project in Pediatric Dentistry - A comprehensive project applying skills in preventive, diagnostic, or special needs pediatric dentistry.

Assessment Methods:

• Preventive dental care plans, diagnostic reports, treatment plans, restorative procedure reports, trauma management plans, special needs care plans, oral health education projects, internship reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internship evaluations.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Pediatric Dentistry: Infancy Through Adolescence" by Angelo Mariotti.
• "Behavior Management in Pediatric Dentistry" by Gerald Z. Wright and Paul S. Kantorwitz.
• "Preventive and Community Dentistry" by various authors.
• "Pediatric Dentistry: Principles and Practice" by various authors.
• "Special Care in Dentistry" by various authors.
• "Oral Health Education and Prevention" by various authors.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge in dentistry, child development, and psychology. Suitable for students interested in pediatric dentistry.

Program Duration:

Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practical training, and internships. Additional specialized training may be required for advanced practice.

Certification:

Graduates may earn a degree in Pediatric Dentistry and pursue additional education or professional certifications in related fields.

Target Audience:

Aspiring pediatric dentists, dental hygienists, oral health educators, and individuals seeking careers in pediatric dental clinics, hospitals, community health centers, and related fields.

This specialty equips students with specialized skills and knowledge necessary to excel in pediatric dentistry, supporting careers in dental clinics, hospitals, community health centers, and related fields.