2021/22 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
DSUR5175M Endodontics and Dental Traumatology
20 creditsClass Size: 1
Module manager: Alyn Morgan
Email: a.d.morgan@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2021/22
Pre-requisite qualifications
NoneModule replaces
NoneThis module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
This module uses a combination of methods of delivery to develop the knowledge and skills required to manage, successfully, a series of challenging endodontic problems and the immediate and longer-term management of dento-alveolar trauma. Content will be provided by experienced specialists who will help you to both deepen your knowledge of the related, often complex subject matter and refine strategies for the delivery of care.Objectives
The aims of this module are:• To encourage deep understanding and critical reflection on the current evidence base in endodontology and the principles of successful management of dental trauma
• To prioritise and agree a range of clinically-relevant patient management modalities in endodontics and for patients who have suffered dental trauma
• To encourage the formulation of accurate diagnoses, construction of appropriate treatment plans and projection of successful prognoses
Learning outcomes
On completion of the module the student will be able to:
1. Critically reflect on in-depth analysis of the current literature in endodontology and dental trauma, synthesising the outcomes
2. Devise and apply evidence-based rationale for root canal treatment and pulp therapy
3. Formulate accurate diagnoses and treatment plans for structured, simulated and real cases
4. Devise and evaluate a strategy for optimal treatment outcomes, judged against current literature and available clinical guidelines
Skills outcomes
The need to provide high quality endodontic treatment is a daily requirement in the practising life of the general dental practitioner. Dental trauma occurs less frequently but needs rapid and appropriate management. The scientific knowledge gained in this module will underpin the student’s development of advanced ability in these disciplines.
Syllabus
• Detailed, up-to-date science in relation to endodontology and the practice of endodontics in challenging cases (e.g. teeth with significant root curvature or sclerosis)
• In-depth analysis of dental trauma (causes, presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning, short- and long-term measures of management, the evaluation / prognostication of success and potential failure)
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Work Based Learning | 7 | 2.00 | 14.00 |
| Lecture | 6 | 1.50 | 9.00 |
| Tutorial | 6 | 1.50 | 9.00 |
| Independent online learning hours | 80.00 | ||
| Private study hours | 88.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 32.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 | ||
Private study
Independent LearningStudents will work through simulated clinical cases, which will incorporate self-assessment, links to research papers and clinical guidelines. The learning from these cases will be explored and validated by case based discussion groups.
Private Study
Students will follow up references and texts recommended in the lectures, tutorials as well as online materials, and use the information gathered as a basis for developing their own reading and synthesis of the subject matter.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Progress will be monitored by performance and engagement in the group discussions and seminars. The poster presentations will be assessed summatively but feedback will be given.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Report | Proposed management of two simulated cases | 30.00 |
| In-course MCQ | Weekly integral to case based learing scenarios | 0.00 |
| Tutorial Performance | Active engagement in tutorial discussion | 0.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 30.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Unseen Practical exam (S2) | 2 hr 00 mins | 70.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 70.00 | |
There is no compensation between elements of summative assessment.
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 30/06/2021 16:21:05
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