Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Periodontology - Preclinic and Clinic
Course Code
ZHAS_014
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Dentistry
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Dentistry
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Gunta Nimma
Structure Unit Manager
Gundega Jākobsone
Structural Unit
Department of general dentistry
Contacts
Riga, 20 Dzirciema Street, zhs@rsu.lv, +371 67455560
About Study Course
Objective
Provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills on periodont construction, disease aetiology, diagnosis and treatment, as well as develop clinical skills in the application of instruments and patient care in periodontology.
Preliminary Knowledge
Students must have knowledge in oral anatomy, physiology, histology, microbiology and prevention of oral diseases.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Is familiar with the anatomical and histological structure of the periodont.
Individual work and tests
A test of what you learned in lectures. • Final test.
2.Understand the aetiology, pathogenesis and contributing factors (local and systemic) of periodont diseases.
Individual work and tests
Final test. • A test of what you learned in lectures.
3.Learns the importance of plaque biofilm in the development of periodontal diseases.
Individual work and tests
2nd semester. A test of what you learned in lectures. • Final test.
4.Is familiar with the clinical parameters and investigative methods (clinical and radiographic) of the periodont.
Individual work and tests
Final test. • 2nd semester. A test of what you learned in lectures.
5.Familiarise yourself with the instruments used in periodontology and their application.
Individual work and tests
Work on Phantom. • Final test.
Skills
1.Perform a clinical examination, probing and collection of a history of periodont.
2.Use a variety of instruments (probes, curettes, sickens, skateilers) on models and patients.
Individual work and tests
The practical exam at the clinic. • Work on Phantom.
3.Remove the tartar and polish the teeth in various oral sections.
Individual work and tests
The practical exam at the clinic.
4.Sharpen instruments by selecting appropriate stones and oils.
Individual work and tests
The practical exam at the clinic.
5.Work ergonomically and adapt instruments according to the clinical situation.
Individual work and tests
The practical exam at the clinic.
Competences
1.Demonstrate the ability to independently and safely perform periodont examination and treatment in a clinical setting.
Individual work and tests
The practical exam at the clinic.
2.Able to cooperate with the team, analyse clinical cases and make decisions about treatment tactics.
3.The risks of periodontal diseases shall be evaluated taking into account the overall health status of the patient.
Individual work and tests
2nd semester. A test of what you learned in lectures.
4.Apply theoretical knowledge in practical work with patients and phantoms.
Individual work and tests
Work on Phantom. • The practical exam at the clinic.
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Work on Phantom. |
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Test
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Practical skills at the Phantom. |
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2.
Study course evaluation questionnaire. |
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A study course evaluation questionnaire has been completed. |
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
A test of what you learned in lectures. |
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Test
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2.
2nd semester. A test of what you learned in lectures. |
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Test
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Tests on topics learned in lectures have been successfully passed. |
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3.
Final test. |
50.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Final examinations of the whole lecture substance with various multi-choice questions. The test was passed if at least 55% correct answers were given. |
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4.
The practical exam at the clinic. |
50.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Testing practical knowledge in a clinic. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Introduction to periodontology.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Periodontal structure – anatomy and histology. Test.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Periodontal clinical parameters. Tasks, group work.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Clinical and radiological examination of the periodont. Test.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Pathogenesis and etiology of periodontal diseases. Test.
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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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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Introduction to instruments. Probes, curettes, sickles (types). Hand ergonomic. Instrumentation on models.
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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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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Instruments for periodontal examination. Probes (types, usage). Training on models.
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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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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Instruments for scalling and root planning. Universal and Gracay specific curretes. Training on models.
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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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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Sickles (types). Whales, chisels, hoes. Instruments for implants.
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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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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Instrument sharpening. Stones for sharpening (types), oil, testers.
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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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Specialized room
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2
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Topics
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Phantoms (introduction, positions). Instruments, their usage. Periodontal probe and mirror usage.
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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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Specialized room
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2
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Topics
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Phanthoms (positions, perio probes, examination in maxilla and mandible).
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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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Specialized room
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2
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Topics
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Phanthoms (positions, I and III sext. instrum. 11/12; 13/14; 7/8; 9/10; 4L/4R; 17/18).
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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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Specialized room
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2
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Topics
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Phantoms (positions IV and VI sextant, instrument adaptation). Test.
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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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Specialized room
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2
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Topics
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Phantoms (positions IV and VI sextant, instrument adaptation). Test.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
30 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Plaque biofilm and periodontal diseases. Test.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Periodontal disease local contributing factors.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Periodontal disease systemic contributing factors.Test.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Screening of periodontal diseases. Introduction to the classification of periodontal diseases.
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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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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Final semester exam. Test of what has been learned in lectures.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Phantoms (positions II and V sextant, 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 2L/2R, 6/7, S204, 15U).
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Phantoms (positions II and V sextant, 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 2L/2R, 6/7, S204, 15U).
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Phantoms (positions, polishing). Ultrosund scaler.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Work in a Clinic. Anamnesis. Positions with patient, finger adaptation, probing.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Work in the clinic. Instrumentation 11/12, 13/14, 7/8, 9/10, 4L / 4R, 17/18. Positions in I, III, IV, VI sextant. Tartar removal.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Work in the clinic. Instrumentation 11/12, 13/14, 7/8, 9/10, 4L / 4R, 17/18. Positions in I, III, IV, VI sextant. Tartar removal.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Work in the clinic. Instrumentation 11/12, 13/14, 7/8, 9/10, 4L / 4R, 17/18. Positions in I, III, IV, VI sextant. Tartar removal.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Work in the clinic. Instrumentation 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 2L/2R, Positions in II and V sextant. Tartar removal.
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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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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Work in the clinic. Instrumentation 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 2L/2R, Positions in II and V sextant. Tartar removal.
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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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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Work in the clinic. Instrumentation 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 2L/2R, Positions in II and V sextant. Tartar removal.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Ultrasound scaler usage.
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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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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Ultrasound scaler usage.
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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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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Specialized room
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3
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Topics
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Examination.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
49 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Boyd, Linda D., et al. Wilkins' Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC, 2020. ProQuest Ebook Central
2.
E-studijās pieejamie lekciju un nodarbību mācību materiāli.
3.
Gehrig, Jill S., et al. Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation, Enhanced. Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC, 2020. ProQuest Ebook Central
4.
George, Marie D., et al. Ultrasonic Periodontal Debridement : Theory and Technique. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2014. ProQuest Ebook Central (Akceptējams izdevums)
5.
Koong, Bernard. Atlas of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2017. ProQuest Ebook Central
6.
Latvijas Periodontologu asociācija
7.
Newman and Carranza's Clinical Periodontology. 13th Edition. 2019, by Elsevier, Inc.
8.
Rainer, Buchmann. Economic Periodontal and Implant Dentistry. Bentham Science Publishers, 2016. ProQuest Ebook Central
Additional Reading
1.
Niklaus P. Lang, Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry. 2 Volume Set, John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2015. ProQuest Ebook Central
2.
Rainer, Buchmann. Economic Periodontal and Implant Dentistry. Bentham Science Publishers, 2016. ProQuest Ebook Central
3.
Stuart L. Segelnick. Clinical Cases in Dental Hygiene. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2019. ProQuest Ebook Central
4.
Wingrove, Susan S. Peri-Implant Therapy for the Dental Hygienist : Clinical Guide to Maintenance and Disease Complications. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2013. ProQuest Ebook Central (Akceptējams izdevums)
Other Information Sources
1.
"International Journal of Dental Hygiene"
2.
"Journal of Periodontology”
3.
Perio
4.
Pubmed
5.
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