May 03, 2026  
2026-2027 CNM Catalog, Volume 58 
    
2026-2027 CNM Catalog, Volume 58

DAST 1140 - Bio Dental Science I

3 credit hour(s)
Pre- or corequisite: DAST 1111  + DAST 1117  + DAST 1119  + DAST 1111L  + DAST 1193L  + DAST 1292L  + HLED 1117  
Recommended: DAST 1110  
This introductory course provides students with a foundational understanding of dental sciences. Students will study human anatomy and physiology, with a specific emphasis on the head, neck, and relevant body systems. Furthermore, the course delves into oral biology, including the anatomy, histology, and physiology of the oral cavity, teeth, gums, and supporting structures. Students will acquire and utilize dental terminology related to tooth morphology, dentition, oral embryology, oral pathology, oral anatomy, and histology.

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Theory Hours: 45