This subject introduces the basic principles of epidemiology, which is the study of the distribution and determinants of diseases in populations. It includes concepts such as incidence, prevalence, risk factors, patterns of disease, and methods of disease prevention and control. The subject helps students understand how diseases spread in communities and supports planning of public health interventions.
This subject covers the role of fluoride in maintaining and improving dental health. It includes how fluoride strengthens tooth enamel, prevents dental caries, and supports remineralization of early enamel lesions. The topic also explains sources of fluoride such as toothpaste, drinking water, and professional fluoride applications, as well as safe usage and possible side effects like fluorosis.
This subject covers oral cancer, which is the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the oral cavity, including the lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, and throat. It includes risk factors such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, HPV infection, and poor oral hygiene. The subject also covers clinical signs, early detection, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment options.
This subject covers the development and management of human resources in healthcare and organizational settings. It includes training, skill development, performance evaluation, motivation, workforce planning, and professional growth. The subject helps students understand how to improve staff capacity and efficiency to deliver better healthcare services, including in dental and nursing practice.
This subject covers leadership and management principles in dental nursing practice. It includes roles and responsibilities of a dental nurse leader, teamwork, communication, decision-making, planning, organization of dental services, and management of clinical resources. The subject also focuses on professional development, ethical leadership, and improving quality of patient care in dental settings.