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RESD 522: Introduction to Operative Dentistry Technique

Werner Geurtsen / 3 Credits / Quarter 7 (Spring, Second Year)


Course Description:

Introduces processes of restoring diseased or damaged tooth structure to proper health, form, function, and esthetics. Emphasis on basic principles of cavity preparation, preparation and restoration design, proper selection and use of restorative materials, and clinical considerations for restorative treatment planning. Following demonstration of competence in didactic and practical aspects. Limited opportunity available for introduction to restorative care. This course continues instruction in processes of restoring diseased or damaged tooth structure to proper health, form, function, and esthetics. Emphasis on basic principles of cavity preparation, preparation and restoration design, proper selection and use of restorative materials, and clinical considerations for restorative treatment planning.

Educational Objectives:

The student will gain knowledge in the basic principles of operative dentistry. The objectives will be for the student to be able to (1) prepare a tooth for an MOD inlay and insert and finish the restoration, (2) prepare a tooth for a Class 2 inlay/onlay and insert and finish the restoration, (3) prepare a Class 2 ceramic/composite inlay and insert and finish the restoration, (4) prepare teeth for veneers and finish one veneer restoration, (5) know the indication for the placement of a temporary restoration and finish two temporary restorations. The student will gain knowledge in the (6) the design, preparation, and placement of complex amalgam and composite restorations.

Course Outline:

Lecture topics include: Class 5 direct inlay - dentoform; cast pins; Class 5 amalgam preparation and insertion; Class 5 inlay finishing; Class 5 composite, glass ionomer; Class 2 composite; Class 2 amalgam preparation tooth #3 MO and #30MOD; Class 2 amalgam matrix, insertion; polish and finish amalgams.

Course Expectations:

To successfully meet the requirements of this course, the student is required to attend lectures and laboratories and to demonstrate his/her understanding of the lecture topics and supplemental reading and his/her technical skills through seven quizzes, one midterm, one final examination, laboratory assignments, and one midterm and final laboratory examination. To successfully meet the requirements of this course, the student is expected to attend lectures and laboratory sessions and demonstrate his/her understanding of the lecture topics and supplemental readings through one written examination and his/her clinical skills through three practical examinations and daily projects.

Effective Winter Quarter 2007, completion of on-line course evaluation is a requirement of this course. Failure to comply will result in an "Incomplete" grade being assigned.

Media:

  • Operative Dentistry (Syllabus), RESD 522, J. M. Anderson, 1994
  • The Art and Science of Operative Dentistry, C. M. Sturdevant, 1985
  • Restorative Dental Materials, R. G. Craig, 1985
  • Introduction to Operative Dentistry (Syllabus), Powell, 1993
  • Supplemental articles

 



 

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