PCC 146.01-.04 is an advanced general dentistry course that integrates clinical case discussion, advanced treatment planning, and practice management.  It is composed of four (4) separate quarter courses .01, .02, .03, and .04  - each providing a final grade at the end of the quarter.

Topics include: treatment planning, diversity & inclusion, aging, cognition, and oral health, laser dentistry, practice management essentials, financial and accounting aspects of a practice, career paths in dentistry, ingredients for a successful dental practice, real life ethical dilemmas & quality assurance, scope of responsibility in personnel management, developing a practice manual for a small group practice, and case selection for clinical case presentation. 

Students with disabilities: The School of Dentistry embraces all students, including students with documented disabilities. To ensure access to the class and all programs at the SOD, please contact Timothy Montgomery at Timothy.Montgomery@ucsf.edu or 415-476-6595 to review the process for accommodations in the classroom and clinical settings. Accommodations are never retroactive therefore students are strongly encouraged to register with student disability services as soon as they begin their program or believe they need accommodations.  Once need for accommodations is confirmed, a letter will be sent to your course directors. Other support services beneficial to students include:  Student Health and Counseling Services: 415-476-1281 for both physical and emotional well-being and UCSF Learn with Peggy Ryan at 415-502-1484 for general study skills enhancement.