Courses: OD3ALM Comprehensive Dentistry - Autumn 2017

Credits

28.0

Language of Instruction

Norwegian

Teaching semester

7th semester

Objectives and Content

The block General Dentistry includes service in the patient reception and continues with and integrates the theoretical and clinical training in endodontics, cariology, periodontics, prosthodontics and community dentistry. Tuition is also given in TMD/ orofacial pain and Gerodontology. In addition, it is appropriate to include Pharmacology, Orthodontics, Biomaterials, Oral Radiology, Oral Surgery and Oral Medicine.

As General Dentistry is based on and continues with elements introduced earlier in the program, it refers both to main theoretical and practical / clinical learning objectives for the complete undergraduate dental curriculum and to the individual subjects.

There is interdisciplinary teaching in order to facilitate a holistic approach to the patient. In addition to the previous subject-specific teaching, the students are introduced to basic knowledge in treatment with implant supported dentures (with emphasis on patient selection, monitoring and maintenance).

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

Cf. knowledge goals for TMD/Orofacial Pain, Endodontics, Pharmacology, Gerodontology, Cariology, Biomaterials, Oral Microbiology, Periodontology, Prosthodontics, Forensic Dentistry and Community Dentistry.

Skills

Candidates shall be able to

record a medical history, conduct investigations (clinical and radiographic), take samples, interpret findings, diagnose, and make a comprehensive individualized treatment plan
Record patient files
Use modern scientifically accepted prophylactic and therapeutic agents, materials and techniques
Carry out preventive and therapeutic measures for the individual patient
Cope with various emergencies that may arise in connection with dental treatment
Perform quality control and evaluate the outcome of their treatment (prognosis evaluation), plan the maintenance phase and assess whether further treatment is necessary
Investigate and report patients with suspected adverse reactions
Ensure that the patients get the benefits/reimbursements they are entitled to from public or private institutions

General qualifications

Students will be able to

Cooperate with dental hygienists, dental assistants and other health professionals
Display ethical and professional attitudes in relation to patients and to others
Evaluate the treatment planning based on individual treatment needs
Assess the technical quality of the performed treatment
Follow the rules and regulations for health-related activities

Teaching Methods and Extent of Organized Teaching

The theoretical training includes lectures, seminars and a written summary of literature. During clinical activities there will be a focus on integration of clinical and theoretical teaching with emphasis on an analytical approach to treatment planning. Treatment planning of two patient cases will be performed at the beginning of the clinical course (end of 8th semester) with the teachers, preferably academic staff from all the clinical disciplines, present.

Compulsory Assignments and Attendance

At the end of the course the student presents one of his/her cases, and this must be approved together with the rest of the student¿s clinical service before the student can sit the final exam.

Forms of Assessment

6-hour written examination

Grading Scale

A-F

Course Evaluation

Written evaluation on My Space/Mi side.

Contact Information

studie@iko.uib.no

Department

Department of clinical dentistry