MBIM-624. Oral Immunology-Oral Biology.

Basic and clinical aspects of immunology are oriented toward oral biology with emphasis placed on salivary secretions, dental plaque, dental caries, the mucosal immune response, gingival crevicular fluid, periodontal disease and the acquired immuno-deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Laboratory demonstrations include a variety of immunological techniques used in research and diagnostic laboratories. Students are required to report on several manuscripts, which they choose from the recent dental literature in the area of oral biology and oral immunology. In addition, students share this information in small group discussions. 3.5 s.h. Spring.