MSc Endodontics (Dental Specialties)

Year of entry: 2024

Course unit details:
Clinical Endodontics

Course unit fact file
Unit code DENT61332
Credit rating 30
Unit level FHEQ level 7 – master's degree or fourth year of an integrated master's degree
Teaching period(s) Semester 2
Offered by School of Dentistry
Available as a free choice unit? No

Overview

The 'Clinical Endodontics' unit will include all aspects of endodontic treatment both surgical and non surgical. Students will also be expected to go into detail of diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment of endodontic problems.
 

Pre/co-requisites

Unit title Unit code Requirement type Description
Basic Science of Applied Endodontology DENT60011 Co-Requisite Compulsory
Applied Endodontics DENT60022 Co-Requisite Compulsory
Reflective Clinical Practice DENT61342 Co-Requisite Compulsory

Aims

The 'Clinical Endodontics' unit aims to see the patient as a whole and how the patient’s general well being is affected by endodontic disease. It will also aim to not only develop clinical abilities but also to stimulate critical and analytical thinking in both the clinical and research environment.
 

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the unit, students will be able to:

  • understand the role of non surgical and surgical endodontic therapy for treatment of endodontic disease;
  • understand the influence that the patient’s general health may have on the use of non surgical and surgical therapy;
  • understand when and how to use special tests, including radiographic, and how to interpret the results;
  • demonstrate knowledge to practice effective non surgical and surgical therapy, communicating with both specialist and non-specialist colleagues;
  • when appropriate, appreciate the concept of multidisciplinary care of patients within and out with restorative dentistry;
  • comprehensively assess patients with endodontic disease;
  • undertake safe and effective non surgical endodontic therapy.emonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with patients and other dental colleagues regarding endodontic problems.
     

Assessment methods

Method Weight
Written exam 100%

Study hours

Scheduled activity hours
Lectures 8
Practical classes & workshops 56
Seminars 36
Work based learning 200

Teaching staff

Staff member Role
Joanne Cunliffe Unit coordinator

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