Foundation Knowledge Description:
Apply knowledge of physics and chemistry to explain the characteristics and use of technologies and materials used in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of oral disease and the promotion and maintenance of oral health.
Foundation Knowledge disciplines covered by FK-3 include: Basic Radiology, Dental Material Sciences, Biomaterials, Biophysics, etc.
Clinical Science areas where FK3 may have relevance include: Prosthodontics, Restorative Dentistry, Oral Diagnostics, Applied Biomaterials, Preventive Dentistry, Laser-Assisted Dentistry, Applied Pharmacology, Radiology, Implant Dentistry, Endodontics, Esthetic Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Radiation Oncology, Oral Oncology, etc.