1. Biology: This course provides a foundation in the study of living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, reproduction, and evolution.
2. Chemistry: This course covers topics such as atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, thermodynamics, and organic chemistry.
3. Physics: This course encompasses topics like mechanics, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and optics.
4. Mathematics: This course typically includes topics such as algebra, calculus, statistics, and probability.
5. Anatomy and Physiology: These courses provide detailed knowledge about the structure and function of the human body, including the anatomy and physiology of the head and neck.
6. Oral Anatomy and Histology: These courses specifically focus on the anatomy and histology of the oral cavity and related structures, including the teeth, gums, jaws, and oral mucosa.
7. Biochemistry: This course explores the chemical processes that occur within living organisms and how these processes relate to the structure and function of biomolecules.
8. Microbiology: This course covers the study of microorganisms, including their structure, growth, reproduction, metabolism, genetics, and pathogenicity.
9. Immunology: This course investigates the body's immune system, including the mechanisms by which the body recognizes and responds to pathogens.
10. Pharmacology: This course provides knowledge about drugs and their effects on the body, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and drug interactions.
11. Dental Materials: This course studies the materials and techniques used in restorative dentistry, including amalgams, composites, ceramics, and impression materials.
These courses form the foundation of a dental education and are essential for understanding the scientific principles that underpin dental practice. In addition to these basic courses, dental students also take courses in clinical dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, and other specialized areas of dentistry.