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Endodontics and Dental Prosthetics

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:1.00
Study Course Accepted:07.03.2023 12:32:04
Study Course Information
Course Code:ZTMVK_071LQF level:Level 5
Credit Points:2.00ECTS:3.00
Branch of Science:Clinical Medicine; Oral MedicineTarget Audience:Dentistry
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:Anda Mindere-Gūbele
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:Department of Conservative Dentistry and Oral Health
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:Riga, 20 Dzirciema Street, zhsatrsu[pnkts]lv, +371 67455560
Study Course Planning
Full-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)9Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures18
Classes (count)9Class Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Classes18
Total Contact Hours36
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
Dental anatomy, Oral histology and physiology, Oral pathology, Oral microbiology, Oral radiology, Dental hard tissue disorders.
Objective:
To develop students’ knowledge of the etiology, pathology, clinical presentation and treatment options for diseases affecting the pulp and periradicular tissue. The aim of the course is to provide knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of dental prosthetics, types of dental and dental jaw prostheses, their clinical manipulations and laboratory stages of manufacture. To provide knowledge about dental hygienist manipulations and applicable procedures for patients with various types of dentures, as well as to provide knowledge about the care and storage of prosthetic equipment. To acquaint with the harmful effects of low-quality dentures on the tissues of the oral cavity, bones and teeth, its prevention methods.
Topic Layout (Full-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1Dental prosthetics. Replacement reasons, planning, the role of the hygienist in prosthetics.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
2Removable, non-removable prosthetic constructions, materials.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
3Hygiene and dental prosthetics.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
4Planning. Hard tissue defects. Splints.Classes1.00clinical base
5Removable denture constructions.Classes1.00clinical base
6Non-removable dental constructions.Classes1.00clinical base
7Dental implants.Classes1.00clinical base
8Final test.Classes1.00clinical base
9Structure of Periodontal Tissue. Microbiology of root canals.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
10The aetiology and basic principles of treatment of pulp and periapical tissue diseases.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
11Pulp development, structure, functions, reaction toirritation. Microbiology in endodontics.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
12Inflammation of the pulp and necrosis. Classification of endodontic diseases.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
13Inflammation of periapical tissue. Basics ofEndodontic Treatment.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
14Pulp reaction to caries and irritation. Relationship between endodontic and periapical diseases.Lectures1.00E-Studies platform
15Microbiology of root canals. Classification of endodontic diseases, clinical picture and diagnostics. Endodontic equipment and materials.Classes1.00clinical base
16Endodontic treated tooth assessment and forecast. Sending a patient to an endodontist.Classes1.00clinical base
17Tooth pulp and periapical tissue structure, blood circulation, innervation, functions. Ethiological factors that cause inflammation of the pulp and periapical tissue in endodontics.Classes1.00clinical base
18Clinical classification of inflammation of the pulp, clinical manifestations. Pulp response to dental procedures.Classes1.00clinical base
Assessment
Unaided Work:
According to the topic of the lesson, independently review and analyze the literature. Present your independent work using Powerpoint presentation options. Give answers to the questions asked by the lecturers when evaluating clinical cases. Fill in the course evaluation questionnaire.
Assessment Criteria:
Active participation in lectures and classes. At the end of the "Endodontics" part of the course, a written test with questions about topics learned in the lectures and classes of the study course. Course passed by giving 55% correct answers. In the part of the course "Dental prosthetics", a written final test with open-ended questions (5 pcs) from previously prepared test questions available to the student. Passed by giving 55% correct answers. The final grade of the course consists of successfully passed tests in both parts of the course.
Final Examination (Full-Time):Test
Final Examination (Part-Time):
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:After completing the course part "Endodontic" the student: will know the structure, blood circulation, innervation, functions of tooth pulp and periapical tissues, will be able to explain the pulp's response to dental procedures, will know the goals of root canal treatment. Understand the importance of channel preparation, temporary closure, filling and restoration. Will gain an understanding of the prognosis of endodontic treatment. Will know the relationship between endodontics and periodontal diseases, their differential diagnosis. will be able to explain endodontic treatment options in Latvia. After completing the course part "Dental Prosthetics", the student will have an understanding and knowledge of the basic principles of dental prosthetics, types of dental and dental jaw prostheses, splints and mouth guards. Knowledge of clinical and laboratory manipulations in their manufacture. It will be possible to identify and name the types of dentures, as well as describe their main differences. The student will have knowledge about the care of prostheses and the most suitable care for them.
Skills:At the end of the course part "Endodontics" the student will be able to: to perform differential diagnosis of endodontic and periodontal diseases, to diagnose endodontic diseases if necessary, perform radiological examination, the patient send to an endodontist. Completing the course part "Dental Prosthetics" student will be able to evaluate and recognize a quality prosthesis from a poor quality one. Will be able to briefly describe the mucosal pathologies associated with prostheses. Will be able to provide appropriate care for different types of dentures, choosing the appropriate tools and care products. Will be able to take a tooth impression with different impression materials, for the production of different types of splints and mouth guards.
Competencies:The student is able to recognize pulp and periodontal pathology, understands the basic principles of treatment of endodontic diseases, is able to perform differential diagnosis of endodontic and periodontal diseases. The student is able to perform the duties of a hygienist for patients with different types of dentures, the student is able to Explain and motivate patients of all ages how to care for different types of dentures and recommend suitable care products. Ability to evaluate bite, tooth and jaw ratios to take different types of tooth impressions. Ability to inform the patient about the proper use and care of splints, mouth guards.
Bibliography
No.Reference
Required Reading
1Cinquanta, L, Varoni, E., M, Barbieri, C, Sardella, A. 2021. Patient attitude and habits regarding removable denture home hygiene and correlation with prosthesis cleanliness: A cross-sectional study of elderly Italians. J Prosthet Dent. 2021 May;125(5):772.e1-772.e7.
2Felton, D., Cooper, L., et.al. 2011. Evidence-based guidelines for the care and maintenance of complete dentures: a publication of the American College of Prosthodontists. Journal of Prosthodontics. 2011:S1-S12. (akceptējams izdevums)
3Greenwood M., Corbet I. Dental Emergencies. Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.
4Hargreaves KM. Pathways of the pulp, 11th ed. Elsevier, 2016.
5Mahmoud Torabinejad, Ashraf F. Fouad and Shahrkh Shabahang. Endodontics: Principles and Practice, 2021, 6th ed.
6Susan, S. Wingrove. Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist. Clinical Guide to Maintenance and Disease Complications. Wiley-Blackwell, 2013
Additional Reading
1Alan, B. Carr & David, T. Brown. McCracken's Removable Partial Prosthodontics. 13th Edition, 2016
2Ashraf F. Fouad, Endodontic Microbiology . Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2017. ProQuest Ebook Central,
3Carl, Misch. Dental Implant Prosthetics. 2nd Edition. 2015.
4Cheung, M. C, Hopcraft, M. S, Darby, I. B. Dental Implant Hygiene and Maintenance Protocols: A survey of oral health practitioners in Australia. J Dent Hyg. 2021 Feb;95(1):25-35.
5Chugal N, Li LM. Endodontic Prognosis. Clinical Guide for Optimal Treatment Outcome. Springer, 2017.
6 Deepak, Nallaswamy. Textbook of Prosthodontics. Hardcover – 30 Sep 2017
7Jepsen, S., Berglundh, T., et.al. Primary prevention of peri-implantitis: managing peri-implant mucositis. J Clin Periodontol. 2015 Apr; 42 Suppl 16:S152-7.
8Hannah, V. E., O'Donnell, L., et.al. Denture Stomatitis: Causes, Cures and Prevention. Prim Dent J. 2017 Dec 1;6(4):46-51.
9Oral Cavity and Allergy: Meeting the Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge. Eleni Papakonstantinou1 & Ulrike Raap, Curr Oral Health Rep. 2016, 3:347–355
10Rösing, C., K., Fiorini, T., et.al. The impact of maintenance on peri-implant health. Braz Oral Res. 2019, Sep 30;33(suppl 1):e074.
Other Information Sources
1Introduction to Implant Dentistry: A Student Guide. Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. February 2017 • Volume 75 • Supplement 2
2Dažādās datubāzēs pieejamā informācija piem. DynaMed, EBSCO, PubMed u.c.
3Profesionālo zobārstu un endodontistu asociāciju vadlīnijas
4International Endodontic Journal.