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2019/20 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

DSUR3028 Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

10 creditsClass Size: 1

Module manager: Mr P. Day
Email: p.f.day@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: 1 Jan to 31 Dec (12mth) View Timetable

Year running 2019/20

Pre-requisite qualifications

5 GCSE passes grade C and above
2 A level passes (or the equivalent)
These must include English and Biology
Pass all Year 1 modules

Module replaces

Combines DSUR 2114 a&b - Paediatric Dentistry

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Objectives

On completion of this module, students should be able to:

- understand and apply the skills required for the management of the child patient
- recognise the specific problems associated with the restoration of teeth in the child patient
- understand the indications and contra-indications for deciduous extractions
- demonstrate a thorough knowledge of pre- and post-operative care, possible post-operative complications and methods for the control of haemorrhage
- demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the theory relating to the extraction of deciduous and the instruments used
- describe advanced restorative procedures for the child patient
- describe the management of dental injuries and the role of the dental therapist in this area
- describe the aetiology and features of tooth abnormalities
- describe the disorders associated with dental exfoliation and eruption in children
- describe the normal occlusion and the classification of malocclusion and their relation to dental caries and periodontal disease risks
- recognise the potential risks and consequences of orthodontic treatment.

Syllabus

- Child management techniques and behavioural patterns
- Local analgesia and pain management for the child
- Restorative techniques for deciduous teeth
- Managing dental trauma
- Deciduous extractions and post operative care
- Complications associated with treating children
- Rubber dam application for the paediatric patient
- Advanced restorative techniques for deciduous teeth to include pulpotomy, stainless steel crown and strip crowns
- Aetiology and features of tooth anomalies
- Disorders associated with dental exfoliation and eruption
- Classification of occlusion and malocclusion
- Preventive care of patients undergoing orthodontic intervention.

Teaching methods

Delivery typeNumberLength hoursStudent hours
Lecture181.0018.00
Practical103.0030.00
Seminar31.003.00
Tutorial151.0015.00
Private study hours34.00
Total Contact hours66.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)100.00

Private study

- Background reading
- Seminar preparation
- Revision for examinations.

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

- 1 x 1,000 word essay
- Seminar preparation
- Continuous assessment during phantom head course.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 30/04/2018

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