ASDO 5101 - Clinical Dentistry 1B

Operative Dentistry (Dental Anatomy and Dental Materials): This module will introduce the students to the basic theory and techniques of operative dentistry. Students will have the opportunity to combine the theoretical understanding and integration of clinical skills with medical science knowledge, develop technical skills in operative dentistry through the learning of basic intracoronal preparation and restorations in single teeth, investigate evolving technology, material science, and research, perform self-assessments, and develop a their professional conduct, attitude and appearance.  The module will provide students the opportunity to apply clinical and professional skills in a simulated practice environment. Includes dental anatomy, which discusses the morphology and nomenclature of individual teeth of the primary and permanent dentition, as well as eruption patterns. External and internal crown and root morphology of both the permanent and primary dentitions will be presented. Dental Materials is also part of this module and will introduce students to fundamental principles and concepts of dental materials science. The four categories of materials, ceramics, composites, metals and polymers, will be discussed by giving examples of commonly used dental materials. Each material will be evaluated in terms of their molecular structure and physical, mechanical, chemical and biological properties. These materials will subsequently be reviewed from a practical practicing viewpoint as they are later presented in specific clinical-type disciplines.

Specialties - Radiology: This module will describe the principles of radiographic image acquisition for intraoral and panoramic x-ray modalities, radiobiology, radiation safety, recognition of radiographic anatomy, and interpretation of radiographic pathoses.

Specialties - Periodontics: This course focuses on the application of basic sciences to clinical problems in periodontology. Students will be able to focus on the classification of periodontal diseases, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and non-surgical and surgical treatment. Emphasis will be placed on etiology, pathogenesis, treatment modalities and therapeutic and preventive periodontics in a clinical setting.  Students will be able to support their treatment decisions with evidence-based literature.

Fundamentals - Dental Anesthesia: This module covers concepts and techniques related to the administration of local anesthetic agents and nitrous oxide. Course content includes a comprehensive review of pharmacologic agents used to obtain topical and local anesthesia, and nitrous oxide-oxygen analgesia; risk assessment performed during the medical history review; patient selection criteria for choosing appropriate pain management strategies; prevention and treatment of medical emergencies; and patient management during anesthesia and nitrous oxide-oxygen analgesia.

Prosthodontics - Fixed Prosthodontics: This module presents an overview of clinical procedures associated with both single unit and fixed partial denture restorations. The primary topics will focus on diagnostic, clinical and theoretical considerations for all-gold, metal-ceramic and all-ceramic single unit restorations with preparation and framework design for metal based fixed partial dentures. To improve understanding of the fabrication process, dental materials utilized in the fabrication and delivery of each restoration type will be summarized. The student will be able to discuss and assess each procedure performed. This module also includes the fixed prosthodontics lab, which presents an overview of laboratory procedures associated with both single unit and fixed partial denture restorations. The primary topics will focus on diagnostic, clinical and theoretical considerations for all-gold, metal-ceramic and all-ceramic single unit restorations with preparation and framework design for metal based fixed partial dentures. To improve understanding of the fabrication process, dental materials utilized in the fabrication and delivery of each restoration type will be summarized. The student will be able to discuss and assess each procedure performed.