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Abstract

This subject will continue the development of basic dental diagnostic and clinical management skills related to both simple restorative (operative) and periodontal procedures in the clinical dental environment. Students will learn differential diagnosis of simple oral conditions, appropriate to a novice-level clinician, and the management of simple restorative and periodontal … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: Comprehensive oral examination;Introduction to clinical practice;The preclinical development of technical skills and understanding the importance in relation to periodontal disease management;Periodontal tissues and periodontal disease;Cariology;Non-carious tooth loss; andOral radiology (principles, techniques and interpretation).

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
describe the aetiology and differential diagnosis of common oral conditions;
2.
explain the basic clinical procedures involved in the examination of the dental patient, including history, exam and diagnosis;
3.
apply foundation knowledge of oral condition, and basic clinical procedures in a clinical environment;
4.
describe the aetiology, diagnosis, differential diagnosis and immunopathogenesis of dental caries; and
5.
describe the aetiology, diagnosis, differential diagnosis and immunopathogenesis of periodontal disease.

Assumed knowledge

Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Dental Science. Not available to student who have successfully completed DOH254.

Enrolment restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Dental Science.
Not available to student who have successfully completed DOH254.

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 72 hours Details Workplace Learning involves sessions in the clinical environment 6 hours per week over 12 weeks (approx 72hrs).

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Dental pre-clinical simulation resources are required for this subject including equipment purchased by the students.