Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
The Cultural and Social History of Teeth
Course Code
LSPA_637
Branch of Science
Other social sciences
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Biology; Business Management; Civil and Military Defense; Clinical Pharmacy; Communication Science; Dentistry; Digital Health; Health Management; Information and Communication Science; Juridical Science; Law; Life Science; Management Science; Marketing and Advertising; Medical Services; Medical Technologies; Medicine; Midwifery; Nursing Science; Pedagogy; Person and Property Defence; Pharmacy; Political Science; Psychology; Public Health; Rehabilitation; Social Anthropology; Social Welfare and Social Work; Sociology; Sports Science; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Monta Gintere
Structure Unit Manager
Uģis Ciematnieks
Structural Unit
Department of Sports Theory
Contacts
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About Study Course
Objective
The aim of the course is to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the cultural and social significance of teeth and the smile throughout human history by analyzing their visual representation in art, aesthetic concepts, and the development of professional practice.
Preliminary Knowledge
Not required
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Knows and is able to analyze the visual representations of teeth and the smile in art and culture, understanding their cultural-historical and aesthetic significance. Gains knowledge of how cultural, social, and symbolic factors have influenced the development of the dental profession and contemporary aesthetic standards.
Individual work and tests
Create and defend a presentation on a topic covered in a course
Skills
1.Is able to analytically interpret visual and textual materials related to teeth and the smile in art, culture, and the history of dentistry. Can critically evaluate aesthetic ideals and the influence of cultural norms on dental practice and patient perceptions.
Individual work and tests
Create and defend a presentation on a topic covered in a course
Competences
1.Integrate interdisciplinary knowledge in professional practice and patient communication.
Individual work and tests
Create and defend a presentation on a topic covered in a course
Assessment
Examination
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1.
Create and defend a presentation on a topic covered in a course |
100.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Prepare a presentation on one of the topics covered in the course and present it (up to 10 minutes). |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
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Dental history
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Dental history
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Aesthetics and Ideals of the Smile in Different Cultures
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Representation of Teeth in Art
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Representation of Teeth in Art
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Tooth Modifications and Symbolism
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Teeth and the Smile in Advertising and Popular Culture
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Teeth and the Smile in Advertising and Popular Culture
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The Role of the Smile in Communication
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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On site
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Study room
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Topics
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Dental history
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Dental history
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Class/Seminar
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Dental history
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Lecture
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Aesthetics and Ideals of the Smile in Different Cultures
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Representation of Teeth in Art
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Tooth Modifications and Symbolism
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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The Role of the Smile in Communication
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Location
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Teeth and the Smile in Advertising and Popular Culture
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Test
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Teeth and the Smile in Advertising and Popular Culture
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Ronald E. Goldstein's Esthetics in Dentistry. London, 2018, 3rd edition.
2.
Barnett R. The Smile Stealers: The Fine and Foul Art of Dentistry. London, 2017.
3.
Lässig H., Müller R. Dentistry in the History of Art and Civilization. Amsterdam, 1985. (akceptējams izdevums)