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Growth and Occlusion (DENT90129)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
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The subject integrates the development of the orofacial tissues from the embryonic stages through to completion of growth. Human growth phases and the influence these have on the provision of dental treatment in the specialities of paediatric dentistry and orthodontics is introduced.
"Occlusion" of the teeth will be studied through lectures and preclinical laboratory practical sessions to provide students with the necessary skills for application in clinical dental practice in DDS 2nd year. This subject will include the learning of jaw relationships, teeth and muscles of mastication.
Intended learning outcomes
At the completion of this subject the student should be able to:
- summarise the terminology and nomenclature of oral anatomy essential for basic dental science;
- analyse different occlusal relationships of the natural dentition;
- analyse the growth stages (general, facial, dental) to distinguish normal from abnormal patterns and their relationship to provision of dental care;
- comprehend growth phases of the human body and their relevance to dental treatment in the specialties of orthodontics and paediatric dentistry.
Generic skills
- Be able to access new knowledge from a variety of relevant sources, analyse and interpret it in a critical manner and develop scholarly literacy to an appropriate level;
- Develop skills in effective communication with teaching staff and peers;
- Develop effective organisational skills and time management;
- Develop skills in team work and develop skills of workplace safety;
- Be able to identify and address their own learning needs.
Last updated: 3 November 2022