Course Title: Dental Public Health 1

Course Duration: 18 weeks

Objective: The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding
of the principles and practices of dental public health, emphasizing the role of oral
health in community well-being.
Week-wise Outline:
Weeks 1-2: Introduction to Dental Public Health
 Overview of dental public health
 Historical perspectives
 Current trends and challenges
 Importance of oral health in public health
Weeks 3-5: Epidemiology in Dental Public Health
 Basics of epidemiology
 Oral health surveillance
 Disease patterns and trends
 Data collection and analysis
Weeks 6-8: Community Oral Health Programs
 School-based oral health programs
 Community water fluoridation
 Sealant programs
 Access to dental care in underserved populations
Weeks 9-11: Social Determinants of Oral Health
 Impact of socioeconomic factors on oral health
 Health disparities
 Cultural competence in dental public health
 Patient education and behavior change
Weeks 12-14: Policy and Advocacy in Dental Public Health
 Policy development and analysis
  Oral health promotion campaigns
 Advocacy for public health policies
 Ethical considerations in dental public health
Weeks 15-18: Research Methods in Dental Public Health
 Quantitative and qualitative research methods
 Literature review in dental public health
 Designing and conducting oral health research
 Final project presentations

Assessment:
1. Quizzes (25%):
 Weekly quizzes on assigned readings and lectures.
2. Midterm Exam (20%):
 Comprehensive exam covering the material from weeks 1-10.
3. Final Project (30%):
 Research project on a relevant topic in dental public health, including a
written report and a presentation.
4. Class Participation (15%):
 Active participation in class discussions and activities.
5. Final Exam (10%):
 Cumulative exam covering the entire course material.
Rubric for Final Project Evaluation:
Criteria:
1. Content (40%):
 Depth of research
 Relevance to dental public health
 Application of course concepts
2. Presentation (30%):
  Clarity of structure
 Use of visual aids
 Effective communication
3. Critical Thinking (20%):
 Analysis of findings
 Synthesis of information
 Originality of thought
4. References and Citations (10%):
 Proper citation of sources
 Appropriateness of references
Note:
Adjust the weightings and specific content based on the course requirements, level of
the audience, and available resources. Encourage active student engagement through
discussions, group projects, and real-world applications of concepts to enhance the
learning experience. Regularly assess and adjust the course based on student feedback
for continuous improvement.