Preclinical Dental Practice 2 (DENT90062)

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, the student will be competent in:

• linking progression of dental caries and comprehending the decision process of when it is necessary to surgically treat caries lesions and restore teeth;
• self-evaluating the precision and accuracy of appropriate surgical removal of extensive caries;
• restoring teeth with extensive carious lesions on manikins;
• making an appropriate selection of a dental material and restoring a tooth to its original anatomical contour, function and form in manikins;
• using dental rotary cutting instruments for restoration and conservation of dental hard tissues with safe and precise manual dexterity;
• evaluating and critically appraising clinical research evidence as it relates to longevity of dental restorations;
• understanding concepts related to the risks and hazards of using instrumentation in the confined space of the oral cavity;
• the correct selection of the restorative material which will best restore a tooth to its original form and function;
• discussing the properties and uses of dental materials for conservation and restoration of carious and non-carious lesons;
• the basic principles applied in the design and execution of the preparation of cavities to restore carious and non-carious lesions;
• comprehending the importance of research outcomes and evidence to the decision making process for the correct restoration of teeth.

Generic skills

Students should:

1. be able to access new knowledge from different sources, analyse and interpret it in a critical manner;
2. develop skills in effective communication with teaching staff and peers;
3. develop effective organisational skills and time management;
4. develop skills in team work;
5. be able to identify and address their own learning needs (self-evaluation).