Free online courseAnatomy for Dentists
Duration of the online course: 6 hours and 30 minutes
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Enhance your dental anatomy knowledge with a free course on vestibulocochlear nerve, thalamic nuclei, skull bones, facial muscles, salivary glands, brain anatomy, and more.
Course Description
Introducing "Anatomy for Dentists", an exhaustive course meticulously curated to cater specifically to the needs of dental professionals. Spanning 7 hours and 15 minutes, this course provides an in-depth exploration of anatomical features pertinent to dentistry, making it an indispensable part of your continued education in the realm of health sciences.
Delve into expert-led tutorials focusing on the vestibulocochlear nerve. Uncover its anatomy and function, vital for understanding the auditory and balance systems. You will gain insights into the repercussions of damage to this nerve, a critical knowledge area for any dental practice.
The course also grants a comprehensive overview of the head and neck regions, emphasizing the bones, muscles, and their intricate structures. Learners will engage with detailed studies on the skull, cervical spine, and the various muscles of facial expression, all integral to the practice of dentistry.
Explore the vital nerves and their pathways, such as the vagus nerve and the glossopharyngeal nerve, and understand their functions and significance in oral health. The curriculum covers the maxillary nerve in great detail, highlighting its branches and course, which is crucial for procedures involving local anesthesia in dentistry.
Anatomy of the respiratory system, organs, and specific features like the taste pathway are elucidated for a holistic grasp of the interconnectivity of bodily systems. The course also sheds light on important vascular structures and salivary glands, including the parotid gland, enhancing diagnostic and therapeutic competencies.
Muscle anatomy occupies a significant portion of the curriculum. Detailed descriptions of the masseter, lateral pterygoid, medial pterygoid, and other muscles of mastication provide pivotal information necessary for understanding facial dynamics and managing temporomandibular disorders.
Students will benefit from engaging exercises and quizzes aimed at reinforcing learning. These evaluations cover various topics such as bones, neurovasculature, and more, ensuring a robust and interactive learning experience.
Additional modules include an introduction to the brain, horizontal sections of the brain, structures of the tooth, and the complex vascular and neural architecture of the neck and head. These elements collectively augment your anatomical knowledge, imperative for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning in dentistry.
Lastly, practical aspects such as sensory and motor homunculus and anatomical terminology are simplified, aiding learners in grasping and retaining complex concepts. The course concludes with useful tips and tools for anatomy study, making it a well-rounded educational journey.
Join "Anatomy for Dentists" today and elevate your understanding of human anatomy, precisely tailored for dental practitioners.
Course content
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Video class: Regions of the head and neck (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: What is the main function of the neurocranial portion of the skull?
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Video class: Organs of the respiratory system (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: Which of the following is the primary function of the nasal cavity within the respiratory system?
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Video class: Glossopharyngeal Nerve Overview in 5 minutes - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: Which of the following branches of the glossopharyngeal nerve is responsible for transmitting sensory information from the pharyngotympanic tube?
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Video class: What happens when the vestibulocochlear nerve is damaged? - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: What symptoms are commonly associated with damage to the vestibulocochlear nerve?
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Video class: Thalamic nuclei: anatomy and functions (preview) - Human Neuroanatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: What role does the thalamus play in the human brain, similar to a function performed in air traffic management?
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Exercise: What role does the thalamus play in the brain, as compared to air traffic controllers?
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Video class: What are the Major Salivary Glands? - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
0h06m
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Exercise: Which major salivary gland is the largest and located in the preauricular region?
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Video class: Vestibulocochlear nerve: anatomy and function (preview) - Human Neuroanatomy | Kenhub
0h03m
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Video class: Masseter Muscle: Origin, Insertion, Innervation
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Exercise: What is the primary function of the masseter muscle?
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Video class: Temporal Muscle Anatomy Overview - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: What is the primary function of the anterior part of the temporalis muscle?
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Video class: Function of the Lateral Pterygoid Muscle - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
0h02m
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Exercise: Which of the following statements accurately describes a function of the lateral pterygoid muscle?
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Video class: Medial Pterygoid Muscle: Origin, Insertion, Function
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Exercise: What primary function is served by the medial pterygoid muscle?
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Video class: Nerves of the esophagus (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: Which of the following nerves supply the esophagus and are part of the autonomic nervous system?
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Exercise: Which nerve plays a significant role in controlling the contraction of the intercostal muscles and providing specific sensory information regarding the skin and parietal pleura?
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Video class: Directional terms and body planes - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
0h18m
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Video class: Salivary glands: structure and functions (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
0h03m
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Video class: Muscles of mastication (preview) - Origin, insertion, functions - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
0h03m
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Exercise: What are the muscles involved in mastication?
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Video class: Horizontal sections of the brain (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: In a horizontal section of the brain, how can one determine the anterior part based on the structure of the lateral ventricles?
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Exercise: In a horizontal section of the brain, which structure is commonly associated with the anterior horns of the lateral ventricles?
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Video class: Parotid (Salivary) Gland - Anatomy, Innervation
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Video class: Posterior and Lateral Views of the Skull (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
0h03m
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Video class: Superficial Veins of the Brain (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: What is the main function of the superficial veins of the brain?
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Exercise: What is the main role of the superficial veins of the brain?
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Exercise: Where are the superficial veins of the brain primarily located?
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Video class: Blood Vessels of the Parapharyngeal Space (preview) - Human Anatomy | Kenhub
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Exercise: Which artery is the first branch of the aortic arch and supplies blood to the right arm and head?
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Exercise: Which artery originates directly from the aortic arch?
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