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Study Course Description

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery II

Main Study Course Information

Course Code

MUSZKK_022

Branch of Science

Clinical medicine; Dentistry

ECTS

3.00

Target Audience

Dentistry

LQF

Level 7

Study Type And Form

Full-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor

Egils Korņevs

Structure Unit Manager

Ilze Akota

Structural Unit

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Medicine

Contacts

Riga, 20 Dzirciema Street, Rooms No. 318 and 21, MSZKK@rsu.lv, +371 67457663

About Study Course

Objective

At the end of the course completion the student should have integrated knowledge of oral and maxillofacial surgery from previous study years, adding oncostomatology, orthognathic surgery, as well as be able to perform minor surgical operations and manipulations in dentistry, as well as be able to continue postgraduate studies in oral and maxillofacial surgery or a related specialty.

Preliminary Knowledge

To start study course (or semester) all previous assessments according to Study plan (D1) should be successfully passed. Topographic anatomy and operative surgery in the oral and maxillofacial region, oral surgery, pathophysiology in general and special pathology, general surgery, diagnostic radiology, internal medicine with propaedeutics, pharmacology, emergency care.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.After this course acquisition the students must memorize methods of primary and emergency care in cases of oro-maxillo-facial injuries and acute inflammatory diseases; must recognize clinical signs of tumorous diseases of facial skin, lips and oral mucosa; the principles of differential diagnosis and of treatment protocol for malignancies, congenital and acquired deformities in oro-maxillo-facial region.

Skills

1.As a result of the study program acquisition, students will be able to identify pathology in the oral and maxillo facial region, if necessary, perform independent treatment or refer the patient to another specialist for appropriate procedures (pain and fear control, emergency care, extraction, intraoral incision, biopsy, minor dentoalveolar surgery). To communicate skillfully with the patient, his family members, as well as with other medical specialists.

Competences

1.The students will be competent in ethical praxis including the role and limitations of performing different procedures themselves or referring patients properly. They will be competent in different diagnostic and treatment methods of pathologies in oral and maxillofacial region. The students will recognize the significance of lifelong learning.

Assessment

Individual work

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Individual work	-	-
Individual theoretical preparation for each class, independent literature reading. Please fill in the course evaluation form at the end of the course.

Examination

Title	% from total grade	Grade
1. Examination	-	10 points
• Active participation in practical classes; timely submission of well-executed written homework; quality of oral responses during each practical class. • Theoretical and practical skills assessment • At the end of the course, there will be two cumulative examinations. 1.) The cumulative examination for the State examination. Integrated exam. State examination in oral and maxillofacial surgery together with oral pathology. Qualitative answers to 3 theoretical questions, recognition and analysis of X-rays, prescribing medication, recognition of surgical instruments and formulation of application (100%). 2.) At the study course student’s performance is evaluated in cumulative assessment. Total final grade is formed from the fulfilment of the following criteria with an appropriate proportion: 1. Class attendance - 15% 2. Attitude and communication to patients, staff and colleagues (classmates) - 10% 3. Performance in practical class and seminars - 15% 4. Course final exam - 60% If the student has attended all classes, the score is 10. If one class is missed, the score is 5. If two classes are missed, the score is 0. If the student continues his studies after missing two classes with the dean’s permission, then additional tasks must be completed. Lecturers observe and assess students` communication skills and attitudes toward patients, lecturers, colleagues, and other personnel. In practicals, the lecturer leads short discussions on the topic, asks questions on theory and expects oral answers. Active participation in all practical classes: patients` examination and investigation, performing surgical procedures, observation and assistance.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME

Part 1

Lecture

Modality	Location	Contact hours
On site	Other	2

Topics

Management of medical emergencies in the dental office, prevention, first aid.

Lecture

Modality	Location	Contact hours
On site	Other	2

Topics

Basics in plastic and reconstructive surgery of face.

Lecture

Modality	Location	Contact hours
On site	Other	2

Topics

Perioperative therapy in oral surgery. Antibacterial profilaxis and therapy.

Lecture

Modality	Location	Contact hours
On site	Other	2

Topics

Oncology.

Class/Seminar

Modality	Location	Contact hours
On site	Specialized room	4

Topics

Seminar. Emergency, intensive therapy and reanimation. Sedation of general anaesthesia in dentistry.

Class/Seminar

Modality	Location	Contact hours
On site	Specialized room	4