Courses: OD5KLIN1 Approved clinical training - Autumn 2024
Credits
8.0ECTS Credits
8 ECTS credits
Level of Study
Master
Language of Instruction
Norwegian
Teaching semester
Autumn
Place of Instruction
Department of Clinical Dentistry, Årstadveien 19, Bergen
Objectives and Content
Goal:
In this course, emphasis is placed on the student being able to integrate knowledge and skills from all subjects that have been reviewed up to the end of the 4th year of study. Based on previously acquired knowledge, skills and attitudes, the student can examine and treat the most common conditions in the oral cavity. The student must see the various subjects as a whole and be able to prioritize and propose a treatment sequence based on the patient's needs. In particularly, the student should take the responsibility to follow up the patient in a responsible and professional manner.
Contents:
Since this course is based on elements that have been introduced earlier in the curriculum, reference is made both to the overall theoretical and practical/clinical learning objectives, and to the learning outcomes at the different clinical departments. The training will be a continuation of the initial training that has been performed up to the the eight semester. The clinic should be passed in order to start the 10th semester.
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, the student has the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge:
The student:
- has in-depth knowledge of symptoms, clinical findings, treatment planning and treatment of the most common oral problems
- has knowledge of supplemental examinations, for example CT, MRI and laboratory tests
- have knowledge of how illness in the body can affect oral health
- have knowledge of the main groups of drugs and their mechanisms of action and how these can affect oral disease and the choice of therapy
- has knowledge of the special needs of elderly and hospitalized patients
- has knowledge of clinical use, biological aspects and handling of dental biomaterials
- has knowledge of microbiology, which is important for dental and oral health
- is familiar with socal security regulations for reimbursement of expenses for dental treatment
- has knowledge about the Norwegian Dental Health Service Act
Skills:
The student should:
- independently record anamnesis and write good and structured patient records for all patient groups
- performs simple diagnostic examinations
- be able to assess the need for and to take intraoral radiographs
- be able to consider the need for additional investigations
- carry out basic prophylactic and therapeutic measures for the patient in an independent manner
- masters various forms of emergency treatment and handles acute situations that may occur during dental treatment
- be able to assess the need for further referral/hospitalization
- be able to use the most common modern, scientifically accepted prophylactic and therapeutic measures, materials and techniques
- be able to evaluate the completed treatment and to provide an objective prognostic assessment
- be able to assess the need for follow-up after finished treatment and to plan the maintenance phase
- be able to ensure that the patient is entitled reimbursement/benefit from public or private finances General competence: The student should:
- collaborate with dental hygienists, dental secretaries and other health personnel
- demonstrate ethical and professional behavior towards patients, relatives and colleagues
- acknowledge his/her own professional boundaries and refer the patient when necessary
- act in line with legislation, procedures and ethical guidelines
Required Previous Knowledge
Completed 8th semester, Master of Dentistry
Credit Reduction due to Course Overlap
Access to the Course
Master of Dentistry
Teaching and learning methods
The course consists of clinical service clinical courses, seminars and case presentations
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
The clinical training in the course is mandatory.
The student is responsible for reporting absences, and unexcused absences are not allowed.In addition to the attendance requirements, the academic requirements must be met, both in terms of the quality of the work and sufficient practice.
In this subject, mandatory activities are valid for two semesters.
Forms of Assessment
An overall assessment of clinical services.
Examination Support Material
Not applicable
Grading Scale
Pass/fail
Assessment Semester
Autumn
Reading List
The reading list will be available by July 1st for teaching in the autumn semester
Course Evaluation
The course is evaluated every three years, in accordance with the system for quality in education at the University of Bergen.
Programme Committee
Programme Committee for Dentistry
Course Coordinator
Stig Løvold
Course Administrator
Department of Clinical Dentistry
Contact Information
studie@iko.uib.no