Head and Neck Anatomy for Dental Students
Course Director: Katherine Rafferty
Credits: 3
Quarters/Yr of Program: Autumn / 1
Course Overview
This course is an overview of head-and-neck anatomy geared toward dental students. Through lectures and lab sessions, students will learn the structures of the head-and-neck region and the relationship of that part of the body with body systems. Through interactions with faculty and each other, students will learn to use correct anatomical language necessary to communicate with other healthcare professionals.
Learning Objectives
The student who successfully completes this course will be able to do the following:
1. Identify the gross anatomic structures found within the head-and-neck region from a three-dimensional aspect.
2. Explain the anatomical systems as they apply to the head-and-neck region and the rest of the body.
3. Relate head-and-neck anatomical structures to clinical situations.
4. Communicate with healthcare professionals using appropriate anatomical language.
UWSOD Competencies: C-03, C-08, CE-02
Date last updated: 2024-09-23