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RESD 541: Advanced Restorative Dentistry

Mats Kronström / 2 Credits / Quarter 14 (Winter, Fourth Year)


Course Description:

Presentation of new and advanced restorative and prosthodontic treatment options in the rehabilitation of the edentulous/partially edentulous patient.

Educational Objectives:

Student will gain increased knowledge in restorative and prosthetic dentistry by being introduced to more advanced treatment options and techniques. The objectives of the course are for the student to be able to (1) understand the complex restorative/prosthodontic treatment planning process with an emphasis on esthetics and oral function (2) gain increased knowledge about indications for and the use of ceramic materials in restorative/prosthetic dentistry (3) understand the role and impact of dental implants in the rehabilitation of edentulous/partially edentulous patients (4) understand principles of and indications for tooth-and implant-supported prosthodontics (5) gain knowledge about current trends and future challenges in implant prosthodontics.

Course Outline:

Lecture topics include: Treatment Planning for the Partially Edentulous Patient, Porcelain Laminate Veneers- Clinical Considerations, Posts & Cores, Tooth-and Implant-Supported Prosthodontics, All Ceramic Restorations- An Overview, Advanced Implantology I, Implant Prosthodontics- Current Trends and Future Challenges

Course Requirements:

Attendance will be taken at each session. Attendance is a major consideration for the final grade, and students are expected to attend all lectures. A minimum of 80% attendance (7 of the 9 lectures) will be required to receive credit for the course. Students who miss more than 2 classes must take a final exam on which a 70% grade must be achieved to receive credit.

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.

Schedule and Assessment:

Please download and print the full course syllabus below.

Course Syllabus
 

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