PERIODONTICS ( OBCS 545 )
Objectives:
1- Summary of main learning outcomes for students enrolled in the course.
By the end of the course the student should be able to:
1-1 Properly describe and diagnose periodontal diseases and conditions
1-2 Identify the relationship between the periodontal diseases and the various medical conditions
1-3Differentiate between different periodontal diseases 1-4Treat various periodontal diseases
1-5 Instruct the patient on how to maintain proper periodontal health 1-6 Evaluate treatment outcomes
Course Content:
i. Description of the knowledge to be acquired:
The student will be able to demonstrate that he/she has learned
K-1 The importance of Periodontal diseases K-2 The risk factors of Periodontal diseases
K-3 The relationship between Periodontal diseases and systemic conditions K-4 Different treatment strategies and approaches
K-5 The concept of Problem Based Learning
K-6 How to solve periodontal problems in real life settings Competency Statement:
C-1 Develop a comprehensive understanding of basic biologic principles with emphasis on their application to the orofacial complex.
Course No. Course Title Unit
OBCS 545 Periodontics Lect. Pre. Clin.
1 -- 3
C-2 Deliver oral health care to patients from different backgrounds, stages of life and in various settings.
C-3 Acquire the ability to solve patient’s dental problems in real life setting.
C-4 Diagnose and provide appropriate treatment or referral.
C-5 Manage patients with periodontal diseases and conditions.
C-6 Implement an effective infection control and environmental safety program that complies with regulatory standards
C-7 Exhibit professional integrity in their conduct and apply the principles of professional ethics.
C-8 Participate in improving community oral health.
Learning Resources:
1- Required Text (s)
Clinical Periodontology edited by Carranza & Newman 9th ed. 2002 2- Essential References
Clinical Periodontology edited by Carranza & Newman 9th ed. 2002
Fundamental of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation by Jill S. Nield Gebrig 5th ed, 2004 Color Atlas of Dental Medicine 1: Periodontology Edited by K.H.Reteitschak, 3nd revised edition (Thieme), 2005 Color Atlas of Periodontal Surgery: Quintessence Publishing Co. 2004
Color Atlas of Periodontal Therapy: Clinical Approaches and Evidence of Success, Quintessence Publishing Co. 1998 3- Recommended Books and Reference Material ( Journals, Reports, etc ) (Attah List )
A. Journal of Clinical Periodontology B. Journal of Clinical Research C. Periodontology 2000 D. American Academy of Perio E. Annuals of Perio
4- Electronic Materials, Web Sites etc 1- WWW.ncbi.nim.gov/
Pub.Med
2- www.blackwell-synergy.com/
A. Journal Clinical Perio B. Journal Clinical Research C. Perio 2000
3- www.perio.org/
a) American Academy of Perio b) Annuals of Perio
5- Other learning material such as computer-based programs/CD, professional standards / regulations
Faculty Library
For text books & periodic journals in the field of periodontology & Implantology.
Free Internet access is available at Faculty Library
