Periodontics and Prosthodontics
Description
The subject is comprised of two sections:
Section 1 – Periodontics
• Anatomy of Periodontium
• Signs and Symptoms
• Diagnosis, classification and treatment planning
• Systemic disease and periodontics
• Treatment and maintenance
• Oral Hygiene techniques and instruction
• Periodontal surgery
• Use of medications locally and systemically
• Root resection
• Furcations
Section 2 – Prosthodontics
• Preparation Design
• Management of short clinical crowns
• Impression materials
• Retraction techniques
• Ceramic/ Ceramo-metal/Metal replacement of the missing tooth
• Dental implants
• Occlusion
• Treatment of partially or completely edentulous patients with acrylic or cobalt chrome dentures
Subject Code
DENT90056
Credit Points
12.5 points
Objectives
The subject objectives are:
Section 1 - Periodontics
1. to demonstrate knowledge of the current disease management protocols in periodontics
2. to manage patients with basic periodontal disease
3. to assess the intra-oral and extra-oral soft tissues for disease
4. to assess and discuss the periodontium in health
5. to demonstrate a commitment to ethical professional practice
6. to recognize the legal implications of clinical practice
7. to demonstrate the ability to prepare and maintain clinical records
8. to demonstrate high ethical standards in the treatment of patients.
9. to demonstrate both respect for all patients (independent of culture, language or background) and an understanding of social justice in the broad sense.
10. to demonstrate communication strategies that match the needs of all people (including patients, colleagues and associates) within the profession.
11. to communicate effectively with people to collect and interpret data from patients (and associated sources) to facilitate good oral and general health.
Section 2 – Prosthodontics
1. to illustrate an understanding of oral biology, including detailed knowledge of the form and function of teeth.
2. to explain the changes that occur with normal growth and ageing. Appreciate the properties of dental materials and teeth.
3. to appreciate the physiology of the human body as it relates to dentistry.
4. to demonstrate the required skills in basic diagnosis, radiographic interpretation and formulation of a treatment plan for a patient requiring a prosthodontic treatment.
5. to describe the anatomical influences on treatment and prognosis for prosthodontics.
6. to evaluate and consider the merits of relevant dental materials that may be used in prosthodontics.
7. to demonstrate clinical and technical procedures required to produce prosthodontic works
Generic skills students will develop
Students who successfully complete this subject should have:
• Understanding of general dental practice in Australia
Mode of Delivery
On-Campus
Contact Time
81 hours of lectures/seminars/workshops:
The Periodontics module will have 81 contact hours incorporating:
* lectures – 9 hours
* tutorials – 24 hours
* pre-clinical sessions – 12 hours
* clinical sessions – 36 hours
The Removable Prosthetics module will have 30 hours (incorporating:
* lectures – 12 hours
* tutorials – 18 hours
In addition to face-to-face teaching time of 81 hours, students should expect to undertake their own study (research, reading, writing and general study) to reach a minimum of 150 hours to complete this subject successfully.
Assessment
Assessment for Section 1 – Periodontics (50% of total marks for the subject)
• Mid-semester and end-of-semester clinical practice exam in periodontal clinic including viva voce (15% each);
• Mid-semester and end-of-semester 1 hour written examination (10% each).
Assessment for Section 2 – Prosthodontics (50% of total marks for the subject)
• Diagnosis and treatment plan exam (including design) (25%);
• Mid-semester and end-of-semester 1 hour written examination (12.5% each).
Subject Coordinator
Dr Chankhrit Sathorn
Course Fee
$6,250.00 AUD
Prescribed Texts
Nil. Students will be provided with articles and references that support the teaching program as part of their course materials
IT Requirements
IT requirements: All students will need access to a computer that can operate a Windows platform or simulation and the internet. Specifically students need to be able to write, edit and save an essay on the computer.
Application Process
Applications are managed by Student Services.