Maxillofacial Surgery
Study Course Implementer
Riga, 20 Dzirciema Street, Rooms No. 318 and No. 21, MSZKK@rsu.lv, +371 67457663
About Study Course
Objective
Preliminary Knowledge
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.As a result of the study course, the student will be able to present basic knowledge about the types of inflammatory diseases and injuries of the oral and maxillofacial region, the mechanisms of their occurrence, principles of diagnosis and treatment.
Skills
1.Strengthened local and general examination skills of patients (palpation, auscultation). As a result of the study course, students will be able to collect a targeted anamnesis and clinically examine a patient with inflammation and trauma of the oral and maxillofacial region, make a temporary diagnosis, send for X-ray and other additional examinations, interpret X-ray and laboratory examinations, determine treatment location. In case of injuries, provide emergency care and impose temporary immobilization, refer the patient for specialized treatment to an appropriate institution. Will be able to make intraoral incisions and prescribe medical therapy.
Competences
1.Will be competent to use acquired knowledge about injuries and inflammatory processes in the oral and maxillofacial region, to formulate diagnoses and differentiate from other diseases. Able to analyze examination data and evaluate the patient's treatment options in general dental practice, to provide treatment as needed. Demonstrates the principle of emergency care, performs temporary immobilization, prescribe medical therapy. Able to assess the need and refer the patient for further treatment to a specialist.. The students will recognize the necessity for lifelong learning.
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work |
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Individual preparation for the acquisition of theoretical knowledge and practical skills according to the subject of each lesson. |
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Studying literature |
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Independent reading of literature sources. |
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Questionnaire |
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Please complete the course assessment questionnaire at the end of the course. |
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Examination
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Examination |
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10 points
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During the practical classes, the teacher observes and evaluates the student's communication skills and attitude towards patients, teachers, group members and other medical staff. A short discussion on the topic precedes each lesson. The teacher asks questions about the theory, expecting oral answers. Active participation in practical classes: examination and evaluation of patients, observation and assistance of surgical operations. The clinical work performed by the student in the practical classes must be regularly reflected in the "Student's Diary in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery", and a signature must be received from the teacher in time. Each student writes a patient's medical history, which is presented in the relevant seminar. At the study course student’s performance is evaluated in a cumulative assessment. The total final grade is formed from the fulfillment of the following criteria with an appropriate proportion:
Tests and seminars are graded on a 10-point scale. Points earned during the semester are summed, and the average score is included in the cumulative grade. Attendance
In accordance with Study Regulations I (01.07.2025), Section 2.17, in cases of excused absence approved by the dean or vice-dean, students may be awarded bonus points (up to 10). This applies when representing the university, for example, at institutional or national events, scientific conferences, exchange programs, cultural activities, or national/international sports competitions. The examination "Oral and maxillofacial surgery", the examination takes place after the 9th semester |
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Study Course Theme Plan
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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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Disorders of salivary glands. Topographic anatomy of salivary glands, blood supply and lymphatic nodes in maxillofacial region, most common surgical operations.
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Lecture
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Contact hours
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E-Studies platform
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Non-specific suppurative infections of oro-facial region. Specific infections of oro-facial region. Guidelines for case report management.
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Lecture
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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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Topographic anatomy and surgical approaches in odontogenic inflammations and infections of oral and maxillofacial region. Abscesses and phlegmons of maxillofacial region. Periostitis and osteomyelitis.
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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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Odontogenic inflammations and fistulas of maxillary sinuses. Cysts of jaws and soft tissue. Odontogenic lymphadenitis.
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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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Maxillofacial injuries – classification, principles of diagnosis and treatment. Wound treatment principles. Mandibular fractures, clinical signs and methods of treatment.
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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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Midfacial fractures, clinical signs and methods of treatment. Complications of maxillofacial injuries.
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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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Topographic anatomy, surgical approaches and basic operations of temporomandibular joint. Diseases and injuries of TMJ – classification, etiopathogenesis, principles of diagnostics and treatment; dislocations and fractures. Pain dysfunction syndrome. Internal derangement of TMJ, arthritis and osteoarthrosis, contracture and ankylosis.
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Contact hours
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E-Studies platform
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Topics
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Orthognatic surgery.
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Class/Seminar
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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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General and local examination of patient before oral surgery. Aseptic and antiseptic in surgical stomatology.
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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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4
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Topics
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Non-specific suppurate facial infections. Actynomycosis, tuberculosis, syphilis and leprosy in maxillofacial region. Lymphadenitis.
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Class/Seminar
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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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Periapical abscess. Periostitis. Odontogenic osteomyelitis of jaws. Abscesses and cellulitis in maxillofacial region, clinical signs, diagnostics and treatment.
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Class/Seminar
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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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Topics
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Odontogenic inflammation and fistula of maxillary sinus.
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Class/Seminar
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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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Topics
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Disorders of salivary glands, diagnostics and treatment.
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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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4
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Topics
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Seminar "Odontogenic inflammations in the oral and maxillofacial region. Cysts. Salivary gland diseases."
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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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Topics
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Clinical and X – ray diagnostics of oro – maxillo – facial injuries. Treatment of mandibular fractures. Principles of facial wound treatment, complications.
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Class/Seminar
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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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Treatment of fractures in middle third of face. Complications of facial injuries.
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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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4
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Topics
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Examination of patients with TMJ disorders, choice of treatment methods. Surgical treatment of TMJ injuries and disorders. Orthognathic surgery.
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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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4
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Topics
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Seminar. "Trauma in oral and maxillofacial region". Presentation of clinical case.
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Bibliography
Required Reading
Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 6th edition. James R. Hupp, Myron R. Tucker, and Edward Ellis, 2019Suitable for English stream
R.G. Topazian, M.H. Goldberg, J.R. Hupp. Oral and Maxillofacial Infections. 4th edition. W.B.Saunders Company, 2009 (2025. gadā akceptējams izdevums)Suitable for English stream
Rowe and Williams’ Maxillofacial Injuries. Edited by J.L1.Williams. 2nd edition. Churchill Livingstone, 1994 (2025. gadā akceptējams izdevums)
Oxford Handbook of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Luke Cascarini. 2nd edition. Oxford University Press, 2018Suitable for English stream
Stanley F. Malamed. Medical emergencies in the dental office. Chapter 4, Legal considerations contributed by Daniel L. Orr II. 7th edition. Elsevier, 2022
Additional Reading
E.Ellis III, M.F.Zide. Surgical Approaches to the Facial Skeleton. 3rd edition. Lippincot Williams & Wilkins, 2018Suitable for English stream
Oral and maxillofacial surgery. Edited by Lars Andersson, Karl-Erik Kahnberg, M. Anthony (Tony) Pogrel. Wiley-Blackwell, 2010. (2025. gadā akceptējams izdevums)Suitable for English stream
Oral and maxillofacial trauma. Editors, Raymond J. Fonseca ... [et al.]. 3rd edition. Elsevier Saunders, 2013 (2025. gadā akceptējams izdevums)
Other Information Sources
Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgerySuitable for English stream
International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgerySuitable for English stream