Introduction to Dentistry
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Lectures open with presenting general knowledge about dentistry, emphasis is placed on cooperation between medical doctors and dental specialists. Further dental specialties are discussed in more detailed way, including fields of dentistry focused on prophylaxis of dental caries, periodontal diseases and malignancies of the oral cavity. Diagnostic methods are discussed along with clinical examination essentials and treatment procedures used in daily practice. As the course progresses attention is paid to maxillofacial traumatology and orofacial infections. The course describes operative and non-operative treatment of presented conditions in correlation with other medical specialties.
Total student workload
1.Workload associated with direct participation of academic teachers:
- seminars: 5 h
- lectures: 5 h
- the assessment 1h
Total workload involving the direct participation of academic teachers: 11 h, which equals 0,44 of an ECTS point.
2.Total student workload:
- seminars: 5 h
- lectures: 5 h
- preparation for seminars and assessment (including reading of the selected literature and written tasks completion): 2,5 h
Total student workload: 12,5 h, which equals 0,5 ECTS point.
3. Workload associated with achievement of learning outcomes related to medical communication:
Not applicable
Learning outcomes - knowledge
Seminars:
W1: Describes causes, symptoms, diagnostic rules and principles of therapeutic management related to common oral cavity diseases, inflammatory states, oncologic conditions and traumas which require surgical treatment. (F.W1.)
W2: Characterizes the basic surgical procedures performed in dental specialties (F.W3.)
W3: Recreates the qualification algorithm for basic operative and non-operative treatment performed in dentistry (F.W4.)
Tutorials:
W1: Describes causes, symptoms, diagnostic rules and principles of therapeutic management related to common oral cavity diseases, inflammatory states, oncologic conditions and traumas which require surgical treatment. (F.W1.)
W2: Characterizes the basic surgical procedures performed in dental specialties (F.W3.)
W3: Recreates the qualification algorithm for basic operative and non-operative treatment performed in dentistry including. (F.W4.)
Learning outcomes - skills
Tutorials:
U1: Assesses the most common life-threatening states related to inflammatory states and oncologic conditions of maxillofacial region with the use of various diagnostic imaging ( F.U4.)
Learning outcomes - social competencies
K1: Presents an attitude focused on establishing and maintaining deep and respectful contact with the patient, shows understanding for ideological and cultural differences. (K_K01)
K2: Considers patient’s well-being as a priority. (K_K02)
K3: Observe medical confidentiality and other patient rights. (K_K03)
K4: Promotes health behaviors. (K_K06)
Teaching methods
Lectures:
• educational discussion
• informational lecture
• analysis of case reports
Seminars:
• simulation methods
• educational discussion
• analysis of case reports
Expository teaching methods
- informative (conventional) lecture
- discussion
- problem-based lecture
Exploratory teaching methods
- seminar
- case study
Type of course
compulsory course
Prerequisites
Students beginning their education should possess a basic, general knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Course coordinators
Assessment criteria
Tasks realization and range of skills ( scoring system 0-1) U1
Practical placement
Additional information
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