Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Preclinical and Clinical Course in Endodontics
Course Code
ZTMVK_021
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine
ECTS
7.50
Target Audience
Dentistry
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Anda Mindere-Gūbele
Structure Unit Manager
Gundega Jākobsone
Structural Unit
Department of general dentistry
Contacts
Riga, 20 Dzirciema Street, tsk@rsu.lv, +371 67455560
About Study Course
Objective
To acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the etiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of pulp and apical periodontal tissue diseases.
Preliminary Knowledge
Oral anatomy, oral histology, dental embryology, pulp histology, physiology, oral microbiology, immunology, radiology, dental hard tissue pathology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.As a result of learning the study course, students will know and be able to explain the prevention, etiology, pathology of pulp and periapical tissue diseases. Will be able to evaluate the clinical manifestations and treatment options of endodontic diseases. Will be able to perform differential diagnosis of maxillofacial pain and diagnosis of pulp and periapical tissue diseases. Will understand and be able to explain the microbiology and immunology of the pulp and periapical tissues, the relationship with general diseases of the body. Will be able to name and describe the materials used in endodontics, will know the pharmacotherapy of medications. Will be able to evaluate the treatment result and determine the prognosis for an endodontically treated tooth. Will be able to evaluate indications for surgical and complicated endodontic treatment and referral of the patient to an endodontic specialist.
Skills
1.As a result of studying the course, students will be able to apply specific diagnostic tests in the diagnosis of pulp and periapical tissue diseases, take X-rays in endodontics. Will know how to isolate endodontically treated teeth. Will know how to treat and prevent vital pulp. Will be able to use appropriate methods for the treatment of vital and devital single-rooted and multi-rooted teeth with uncomplicated anatomy and perform emergency treatment in acute cases.
Competences
1.Students acquire competence in endodontics, according to the regulations of the general dentist specialty. Competence to diagnose endodontic disease, make decisions and choose treatment methods that are in accordance with existing treatment methods in dentistry.
Assessment
Individual work
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Students should independently learn the theoretical part of the study course by reading the mandatory literature specified for each topic.
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Examination
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Once a month the students complete a written quiz (monthly test).
Semester colloquium.
Written examination at the end of the course.
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10 points
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Written exam, assessment of practical manipulation skills (practical test), investigation of problem situations, theoretical test at the end of the course (written). |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Laboratory
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4
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Clinical course
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Clinical course
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
4.50
Contact hours:
50 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
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Aim and objectives of the endodontics course.
Pulp structure and functions.
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Pulp response to irritants and caries.
Pulp inflammation and necrosis. Inflammation of the periapical tissue.
Microbiology of root canals.
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Classification of endodontic diseases, clinical picture. Diagnosis of endodontic diseases.
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Tools and materials in endodontics.
Root canal preparation techniques.
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Case selection and preparation for treatment. Isolation. Anesthesia.
Classification of resorptions and basic principles of treatment.
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Iatrogenic errors in endodontics. Use of biomaterials in endodontics.
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Root canal filling methods.
Temporary closure of the tooth.
Basic principles of restoring an endodontically treated tooth.
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Root canal filling methods.
Temporary closure of the tooth.
Basic principles of restoring an endodontically treated tooth.
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4
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Root canal medications. Acute situations in endodontics.
Pain pharmacotherapy and the use of ABV in endodontics.
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On site
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Study room
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4
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Root canal medications. Acute situations in endodontics.
Pain pharmacotherapy and the use of ABV in endodontics.
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Differential diagnosis of endodontic pain.
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Evaluation and prognosis of an endodontically treated tooth. Basic principles of endodontic retreatment.
Whitening of an endodontically treated tooth.
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4
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Evaluation and prognosis of an endodontically treated tooth. Basic principles of endodontic retreatment.
Whitening of an endodontically treated tooth.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
52 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Cohen S., Burns R. C. Cohen’s pathways of the pulp. 2021
2.
Walton R.E., Torabinejad M. Endodontics: principles and practice of Endodontics. 2021
3.
Walton R.E., Torabinejad M. Principles and Practice of Endodontics, 4. izd., 2008 (akceptējams izdevums)
4.
Goldberg M. The Dental Pulp Biology, Pathology, and Regenerative Therapies. Springer, 2014.
5.
Orstavik D, Ford PT. Essential Endodontology: Prevention and Treatment of Apical Periodontitis. Wiley Blackwell, 2020.
Additional Reading
1.
Chugal N, Li LM. Endodontic Prognosis. Clinical Guide for Optimal Treatment Outcome. Springer, 2017
2.
Greenwood M, Corbet I, Dental Emergencies. Wiley-Blackwell, 2012
3.
International Journal of Endodontics;
4.
Journal of Endodontics;
Other Information Sources
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