Deformations in Maxillofacial Region
Study Course Implementer
Riga, 20 Dzirciema Street, Rooms 318 and 21, MSZKK@rsu.lv, +371 67457663
About Study Course
Objective
Preliminary Knowledge
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students will have basic knowledge on frequent maxillofacial deformities (occlusal and skeletal deformities in maxillofacial region; malformations of oral soft tissue; cleft lip and palate), their impact on speech function and methods for treatment. Students will learn basic knowledge about oral cavity diseases and oral infections, their prophylaxis and treatment.
Skills
1.Students will distinguish normal and pathological functions of oral anatomical structures, students will recognize presence of oral and maxillofacial pathology, students be able to evaluate velopharyngeal function in patients with different types of oro-facial cleft.
Competences
1.Student will understand the role of speech pathologist in complex treatment of patients with maxillofacial malformations, their impact on development of patients speech. They will be aware about the limitations of speech-pathologist, and will follow the principles of ethic praxis.
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual reading and work to investigate and prepare all topics for lectures and practice. Please fill in the course evaluation form at the end of the course.
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Examination
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Active participation in discussions, quality of answers in these discussions.
Course final test (100%). Presentation of periodical literature and/or analysis of clinical cases (case report oral presentation and analysis).
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Study Course Theme Plan
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Lecture
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2
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Topics
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Oral cavity diseases. Oral infections. Prophylaxis and treatment.
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2
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Topics
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Jaw deformations – classification, statistics, principles for diagnostics and treatment; the role of speech therapy. (I)
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2
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Jaw deformations – classification, statistics, principles for diagnostics and treatment; the role of speech therapy. (II)
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Lecture
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Contact hours
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2
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Topics
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Oro-facial clefts. Multidisciplinar rehabilitation for children with oro-facial clefts.
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On site
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Other
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2
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Labial and lingual frenectomies and other deformities in oral cavity, treatment.
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Class/Seminar
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On site
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Labial and lingual frenectomies. Cleft lip and palate.
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Multidisciplinary management of children with oro-facial clefts. Participation in multidisciplinary consultations.
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Specialized room
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4
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Topics
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Student's presentations of peer-reviewed literature about course topics. Course assessment.
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Bibliography
Required Reading
James Hupp, Myron Tucker, Edward Ellis. Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 7th edition. Elsevier, 2018.
B. Saunders. Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. editors Kaban L.B, Traulia, M.J. Philadelphia, 2004. (2024. gadā akceptējams izdevums)
N. Grasmane, I. Bauska. Cieša zemmēles saitīte, metodiskās rekomendācijas. RSU, 2010. (2024. gadā akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
Bērnu ķirurģija. Aigara Pētersona redakcijā. Nacionālais apgāds, 2005 (2024. gadā akceptējams izdevums)
“Iedzimtās lūpu un aukslēju šķeltnes”. Rīga: AML Stomatoloģijas institūts, 2002. (2024. gadā akceptējams izdevums)
Cleft lip and palate management : a comprehensive atlas / edited by Ricardo D. Bennun, Julia F. Harfin, George K.B. Sándor, David Genecov. Wiley Blackwell, 2016.
S. Berkowitz. Cleft Lip and Palate. 3rd edition. Springer, 2013 (2024. gadā akceptējams izdevums)
The Cleft Palate - Craniofacial Journal