This is a comprehensive course in biochemistry designed to fulfill the specific needs of student dentists. Course content is generally as outlined in the American Association of Dental Schools suggested curriculum guidelines for biochemistry. Part I acquaints students with the chemical constituents of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; topics include the chemistry of lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and coenzymes, and the nature of enzyme action. Part II integrates the chemical principles learned from Part I with concepts of cell dynamics, structure, function, subcellular organization, and metabolism. Topics include intermediary metabolism, bioenergetics, DNA replication, protein synthesis, and cellular regulatory and control mechanisms. Course content, where possible, is related to current concepts concerning the etiology of oral diseases, their treatment, and prevention to assist student dentists in attaining institutional goals and objectives for clinical competency.

This is a comprehensive course in biochemistry designed to fulfill the specific needs of student dentists. Course content is generally as outlined in the American Association of Dental Schools suggested curriculum guidelines for biochemistry. Part I acquaints students with the chemical constituents of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; topics include the chemistry of lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and coenzymes, and the nature of enzyme action. Part II integrates the chemical principles learned from Part I with concepts of cell dynamics, structure, function, subcellular organization, and metabolism. Topics include intermediary metabolism, bioenergetics, DNA replication, protein synthesis, and cellular regulatory and control mechanisms. Course content, where possible, is related to current concepts concerning the etiology of oral diseases, their treatment, and prevention to assist student dentists in attaining institutional goals and objectives for clinical competency.