Principles in Dental Public Health

AAPHD Dental Public Health Curriculum

The two- to three-hour course module is designed to introduce students to various aspects and core principles of Dental Public Health and its application to population-based oral health. some lectures may be most effectively learned in combination, so it is highly recommended that the instructors review and familiarize themselves with the entire course.

This course prepares oral health professionals to address complex health issues in diverse populations through community-based approaches, preventive strategies, and policy advocacy. This course is a critical introduction and foundation to Dental Public Health.

Dental Public Health Competencies Addressed

Competency 5:

Communicate on oral and public health issues.

Competency 6:

Lead collaborations on oral and public health issues.

Competency 8:

Critically appraise evidence to address oral health issues for individuals and populations.

Competency 10:

Integrate the social determinants of health into dental public health practice.

 

Course Objectives

On successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to:

  • Identify and describe the principles of public health as it relates to oral health and the dental professional.
  • Describe the public health and dental public health achievements in the US.
  • Recognize the roles of public, private, professional and voluntary organizations in promoting oral health, and the delivery of dental health care services.
  • Understand the most significant public health achievements of the 20th century and their impact.

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Course content includes a PowerPoint Presentation, Instructor Guide, and Syllabus.

Principles in Dental Public Health Course Content