Part 1: Diagnoses

1. Examination of the Mouth and Other Relevant Structures

2. Radiographic Techniques

3. Acquired and Developmental Disturbances of the Teeth and Associated Oral Structures

4. Development and Morphology of the Primary Teeth

5. Oral Pathology of the Child and Adolescent

6. Clinical Genetics for the Dental Practitioner

7. Child Abuse and Neglect

Part 2: Caries and Periodontology

8. Mechanical and Chemotherapeutic Home Oral Hygiene

9. Nutritional Considerations for the Pediatric Dental Patient

10. Dental Caries in the Child and Adolescent

11. Pit and Fissure Sealants and Preventative Resin Restorations

12. Restorative Dentistry

13. Dental Materials

14. Treatment of Deep Caries, Vital Pulp Exposure, and Pulpless Teeth

15. Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease

Part 3: Pain Control and Behavior Guidance

16. Local Anesthesia for the Child and Adolescent

17. Nonpharmacologic Management of Children's Behaviors

18. Pharmacologic Management of Patient Behavior

19. Hospital Dental Services for Children and the Use of General Anesthesia

Part 4: Growth and Development

20. Eruption of the Teeth: Local, Systemic, and Congenital Factors That Influence the Process

21. Growth of the Face and Dental Arches

22. Cephalometrics and Facial Esthetics: The Key to Complete Treatment Planning

23. Managing the Developing Occlusion

24. Multidisciplinary Team Approach to Cleft Lip and Palate Management

25. Prosthodontic Treatment of the Adolescent Patient

Part 5: Management of Special Medical Issues and Practice Management

26. Dental Problems of Children with Special Needs

27. Management of the Medically Compromised Patient: Hematology, Oncology, Hepatitis, and AIDS

28. Management of Trauma to the Teeth and Supporting Tissues

29. Oral Surgery for the Pediatric Patient

30. Pediatric Oral Health Advocacy

31. Practice Management