Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics)
Overview
The course provides the opportunity to develop skills and acquire knowledge essential for specialisation in periodontics. The program is aimed at qualified dentists who wish to specialise in periodontics.
Course outcomes
The program prepares students for work in a specialist practice in periodontics or a specialist clinic in a hospital.
Errata
| Item | Errata | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1. |
Prohibitions and Assumed Knowledge have been changed for the following units. They now read: DENT5402 Introduction to Oral Implants 1A Prohibitions: physical and/or mental impairments jeopardizing performance of safe clinical dentistry and safety/health of patients and staff. Assumed knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge in all aspects of General Dentistry, particularly in Restorative Dentistry and Oral Rehabilitation |
16/03/2020 |
| 2. |
The description has changed for the following units. It should now read: DENT5402 Introduction to Oral Implants 1A |
16/03/2020 |
| Unit of study | Credit points | A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition | Session |
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Periodontics |
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Doctor of Clinical Dentsitry (Periodontics) |
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| (a) In order to fulfil the requirements for specialist registration in Periodontics, students complete 144 credit points in the sequence indicated by Years 1-3 below | |||
| (b) Enrolment is full-time | |||
| (c) All units of study are compulsory unless otherwise noted. | |||
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology) |
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| (a) Students must complete 48 credit points in the sequence indicated by Year 1 below | |||
| (b) Enrolment is full-time | |||
| (c) All units of study are compulsory unless otherwise noted. | |||
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology) |
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| (a) Students must complete 24 credit points in the sequence indicated below | |||
| (b) Enrolment is full-time | |||
| (c) All units of study are compulsory unless otherwise noted. | |||
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology) |
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| DENT5401 Clinical Periodontics 1A |
6 | C DENT5402 and DENT5403 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5402 Introduction to Oral Implants 1A |
6 | C DENT5401 and DENT5403 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5403 Periodontology 1A |
6 | C DENT5401 and DENT5402 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT6000 Research Methods in Dentistry |
6 | Semester 1 |
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Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) and Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology) |
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Year 1 |
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| DENT5401 Clinical Periodontics 1A |
6 | C DENT5402 and DENT5403 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5402 Introduction to Oral Implants 1A |
6 | C DENT5401 and DENT5403 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5403 Periodontology 1A |
6 | C DENT5401 and DENT5402 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT6000 Research Methods in Dentistry |
6 | Semester 1 |
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| DENT5404 Clinical Periodontics 1B |
6 | P (DENT5401 and DENT5402 and DENT5403) or DENT6326 C DENT5405 and DENT5406 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT5405 Introduction to Oral Implants 1B |
6 | P (DENT5401 and DENT5402 and DENT5403) or DENT6326 C DENT5404 and DENT5406 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT5406 Periodontology 1B |
6 | P (DENT5401 and DENT5402 and DENT5403) or DENT6326 C DENT5404 and DENT5405 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT6010 Dental Research Studies 1 |
6 | P DENT6000 or DENT6126 or DENT6226 or DENT6276 or DENT6326 or DENT6382 |
Semester 2 |
Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) |
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Year 2 |
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| DENT5407 Clinical Periodontics 2A |
6 | P (DENT5404 and DENT5405 and DENT5406) or DENT6327 C DENT5408 and DENT5409 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5408 Implant-related Surgery 2A |
6 | P (DENT5404 and DENT5405 and DENT5406) or DENT6327 C DENT5407 and DENT5409 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5409 Periodontology 2A |
6 | P (DENT5404 and DENT5405 and DENT5406) or DENT6327 C DENT5407 and DENT5408 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT6011 Dental Research Studies 2 |
6 | P DENT6010 or DENT6127 or DENT6227 or DENT6277 or DENT6327 or DENT6386 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5410 Clinical Periodontics 2B |
6 | P (DENT5407 and DENT5408 and DENT5409) or DENT6328 C DENT5411 and DENT5412 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT5411 Implant-related Surgery 2B |
6 | P (DENT5407 and DENT5408 and DENT5409) or DENT6328 C DENT5410 and DENT5412 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT5412 Periodontology 2B |
6 | P (DENT5407 and DENT5408 and DENT5409) or DENT6328 C DENT5410 and DENT5411 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT6012 Dental Research Studies 3 |
6 | P DENT6011 or DENT6128 or DENT6228 or DENT6278 or DENT6328 or DENT6393 |
Semester 2 |
Year 3 |
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| DENT5413 Clinical Periodontics 3A |
6 | P (DENT5410 and DENT5411 and DENT5412) or DENT6329 C DENT5414 and DENT5415 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5414 Advanced Implant Management 3A |
6 | P (DENT5410 and DENT5411 and DENT5412) or DENT6329 C DENT5413 and DENT5415 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5415 Periodontology 3A |
6 | P (DENT5410 and DENT5411 and DENT5412) or DENT6329 C DENT5413 and DENT5414 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT6013 Dental Research Studies 4 |
6 | P DENT6012 or DENT6129 or DENT6229 or DENT6279 or DENT6329 or DENT6397 |
Semester 1 |
| DENT5416 Clinical Periodontics 3B |
6 | P (DENT5413 and DENT5414 and DENT5415) or DENT6330 C DENT5417 and DENT5418 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT5417 Advanced Implant Management 3B |
6 | P (DENT5413 and DENT5414 and DENT5415) or DENT6330 C DENT5416 and DENT5418 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT5418 Periodontology 3B |
6 | P (DENT5413 and DENT5414 and DENT5415) or DENT6330 C DENT5416 and DENT5417 |
Semester 2 |
| DENT6014 Dental Research Studies 5 |
6 | P DENT6013 or DENT6130 or DENT6230 or DENT6280 or DENT6330 or DENT6411 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Unit of study descriptions
Errata
| Item | Errata | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1. |
The description has changed for the following units. It should now read: DENT5402 Introduction to Oral Implants 1A |
16/03/2020 |
Periodontics
Doctor of Clinical Dentsitry (Periodontics)
(a) In order to fulfil the requirements for specialist registration in Periodontics, students complete 144 credit points in the sequence indicated by Years 1-3 below
(b) Enrolment is full-time
(c) All units of study are compulsory unless otherwise noted.
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology)
(a) Students must complete 48 credit points in the sequence indicated by Year 1 below
(b) Enrolment is full-time
(c) All units of study are compulsory unless otherwise noted.
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology)
(a) Students must complete 24 credit points in the sequence indicated below
(b) Enrolment is full-time
(c) All units of study are compulsory unless otherwise noted.
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology)
DENT5401 Clinical Periodontics 1A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: 4 to 6 x half day clinics weekly and 1 x 2 hr case presentations monthly Corequisites: DENT5402 and DENT5403 Assessment: Oral case presentation and written case report, clinical assessment (summative assessment). Midyear examination Practical field work: Periodontal treatment including implant dentistry Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Clinical non-surgical management of patients with mild/moderate periodontal, and peri-implant diseases. The clinical focus of these units of study is on all non-surgical clinical aspects of periodontology and implantology of concern to the provision of safe and effective prevention, non-surgical treatment and maintenance of mild/moderate periodontal and peri-implant diseases.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class
DENT5402 Introduction to Oral Implants 1A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Corequisites: DENT5401 and DENT5403 Assessment: Written paper and essay (summative assessment). Midyear examination. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This is the foundation block for the training of dental implant related surgery. The course consists of an introductory study on the biological basis of osseointegration, bone repair and wound healing, the design of modern dental implants, and the bio-mechanical principles of prosthetic construction on implant supports. Furthermore, implant maintenance and complications associated with dental implants will be discussed. Training in the practical sessions will familiarize the students with different implant systems, their technical characteristics and surgical tooling features. The clinical developing a rational and appropriate treatment plan for the patient. Surgical placement of dental implants in non-complicated cases will be attempted during semester 2. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this course complements clinical activities.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT5403 Periodontology 1A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Corequisites: DENT5401 and DENT5402 Assessment: Written paper and essay (summative assessment). Midyear examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course provides an evidence-based foundation in anatomy, histology and physiology of periodontal tissues; aetiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases. Additionally, in the examination, diagnosis, classification, prognosis, prevention, treatment planning, staging of treatment; and in non-surgical periodontal therapy including supportive periodontal therapy. A focus of this year will be the oral biofilm including specific periodontal pathogens, mechanical and chemical biofilm control as well as modifying/risk factors (i.e. behavioral/life style factors, endodontic factors, occlusal factors, inflammation, immunology) and wound healing. Towards the end of the year, the students will be introduced to the basic techniques and materials of periodontal surgery. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this course complements clinical activities.
Textbooks
A recommneded reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT6000 Research Methods in Dentistry
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Shanika Nanayakkara Session: Semester 1 Classes: Online sessions: 1 x 3hr module and assignment/week x 10weeks Assessment: Final Assignment (50%) and weekly assignment (50%) Practical field work: Clinically based Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Research Methods in Dentistry is a postgraduate course designed to provide fundamental knowledge and skills in clinical research design and Evidence-Based Dentistry for students intending to undertake research at the Faculty of Dentistry.
All course material is provided through eLearning via the University of Sydney's website. A detailed series of notes and tutorial exercises are included in the study material. Students are required to complete one tutorial exercise/assignment each week and a final assignment at the end of the course.
Topics covered include introduction to Evidence-Based Dentistry, epidemiologic study design, basic biostatistics, as well as confounding, bias and measurement error. Considerable attention is paid to critical appraisal of journal articles which is an indispensable tool in the pursuit of clinical practice founded on Evidence-Based Dentistry. An introduction into conducting literature search, diagnostic test studies and systematic reviews is also provided.
All course material is provided through eLearning via the University of Sydney's website. A detailed series of notes and tutorial exercises are included in the study material. Students are required to complete one tutorial exercise/assignment each week and a final assignment at the end of the course.
Topics covered include introduction to Evidence-Based Dentistry, epidemiologic study design, basic biostatistics, as well as confounding, bias and measurement error. Considerable attention is paid to critical appraisal of journal articles which is an indispensable tool in the pursuit of clinical practice founded on Evidence-Based Dentistry. An introduction into conducting literature search, diagnostic test studies and systematic reviews is also provided.
Textbooks
Class notes and full-text journal articles are provided via the course website.
Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) and Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Biology)
Year 1
DENT5401 Clinical Periodontics 1A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: 4 to 6 x half day clinics weekly and 1 x 2 hr case presentations monthly Corequisites: DENT5402 and DENT5403 Assessment: Oral case presentation and written case report, clinical assessment (summative assessment). Midyear examination Practical field work: Periodontal treatment including implant dentistry Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Clinical non-surgical management of patients with mild/moderate periodontal, and peri-implant diseases. The clinical focus of these units of study is on all non-surgical clinical aspects of periodontology and implantology of concern to the provision of safe and effective prevention, non-surgical treatment and maintenance of mild/moderate periodontal and peri-implant diseases.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class
DENT5402 Introduction to Oral Implants 1A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Corequisites: DENT5401 and DENT5403 Assessment: Written paper and essay (summative assessment). Midyear examination. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This is the foundation block for the training of dental implant related surgery. The course consists of an introductory study on the biological basis of osseointegration, bone repair and wound healing, the design of modern dental implants, and the bio-mechanical principles of prosthetic construction on implant supports. Furthermore, implant maintenance and complications associated with dental implants will be discussed. Training in the practical sessions will familiarize the students with different implant systems, their technical characteristics and surgical tooling features. The clinical developing a rational and appropriate treatment plan for the patient. Surgical placement of dental implants in non-complicated cases will be attempted during semester 2. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this course complements clinical activities.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT5403 Periodontology 1A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Corequisites: DENT5401 and DENT5402 Assessment: Written paper and essay (summative assessment). Midyear examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course provides an evidence-based foundation in anatomy, histology and physiology of periodontal tissues; aetiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases. Additionally, in the examination, diagnosis, classification, prognosis, prevention, treatment planning, staging of treatment; and in non-surgical periodontal therapy including supportive periodontal therapy. A focus of this year will be the oral biofilm including specific periodontal pathogens, mechanical and chemical biofilm control as well as modifying/risk factors (i.e. behavioral/life style factors, endodontic factors, occlusal factors, inflammation, immunology) and wound healing. Towards the end of the year, the students will be introduced to the basic techniques and materials of periodontal surgery. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this course complements clinical activities.
Textbooks
A recommneded reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT6000 Research Methods in Dentistry
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Shanika Nanayakkara Session: Semester 1 Classes: Online sessions: 1 x 3hr module and assignment/week x 10weeks Assessment: Final Assignment (50%) and weekly assignment (50%) Practical field work: Clinically based Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Research Methods in Dentistry is a postgraduate course designed to provide fundamental knowledge and skills in clinical research design and Evidence-Based Dentistry for students intending to undertake research at the Faculty of Dentistry.
All course material is provided through eLearning via the University of Sydney's website. A detailed series of notes and tutorial exercises are included in the study material. Students are required to complete one tutorial exercise/assignment each week and a final assignment at the end of the course.
Topics covered include introduction to Evidence-Based Dentistry, epidemiologic study design, basic biostatistics, as well as confounding, bias and measurement error. Considerable attention is paid to critical appraisal of journal articles which is an indispensable tool in the pursuit of clinical practice founded on Evidence-Based Dentistry. An introduction into conducting literature search, diagnostic test studies and systematic reviews is also provided.
All course material is provided through eLearning via the University of Sydney's website. A detailed series of notes and tutorial exercises are included in the study material. Students are required to complete one tutorial exercise/assignment each week and a final assignment at the end of the course.
Topics covered include introduction to Evidence-Based Dentistry, epidemiologic study design, basic biostatistics, as well as confounding, bias and measurement error. Considerable attention is paid to critical appraisal of journal articles which is an indispensable tool in the pursuit of clinical practice founded on Evidence-Based Dentistry. An introduction into conducting literature search, diagnostic test studies and systematic reviews is also provided.
Textbooks
Class notes and full-text journal articles are provided via the course website.
DENT5404 Clinical Periodontics 1B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: 4 to 6 x half day clinics weekly and 1 x 2 hr case presentations monthly Prerequisites: (DENT5401 and DENT5402 and DENT5403) or DENT6326 Corequisites: DENT5405 and DENT5406 Assessment: Oral case presentations and written case reports, clinical assessment (summative assessment). End of year examination Practical field work: Periodontal treatment including implant dentistry Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Clinical non-surgical management of patients with mild/moderate periodontal, and peri-implant diseases. The clinical focus of these units of study is on all non-surgical clinical aspects of periodontology and implantology of concern to the provision of safe and effective prevention, non-surgical treatment and maintenance of mild/moderate periodontal and peri-implant diseases.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.).
DENT5405 Introduction to Oral Implants 1B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5401 and DENT5402 and DENT5403) or DENT6326 Corequisites: DENT5404 and DENT5406 Assessment: Written paper and essay (summative assessment). End of year examination. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This is the foundation block for the training of dental implant related surgery. The course consists of an introductory study on the biological basis of osseointegration, bone repair and wound healing, the design of modern dental implants, and the bio-mechanical principles of prosthetic construction on implant supports. Furthermore, implant maintenance and complications associated with dental implants will be discussed. Training in the practical sessions will familiarize the students with different implant systems, their technical characteristics and surgical tooling features. The clinical developing a rational and appropriate treatment plan for the patient. Surgical placement of dental implants in non-complicated cases will be attempted during semester 2. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this course complements clinical activities.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT5406 Periodontology 1B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5401 and DENT5402 and DENT5403) or DENT6326 Corequisites: DENT5404 and DENT5405 Assessment: Written paper and essay (summative assessment). End of year examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course provides an evidence-based foundation in anatomy, histology and physiology of periodontal tissues; aetiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases. Additionally in the examination, diagnosis, classification, prognosis, prevention, treatment planning, staging of treatment; and in non-surgical periodontal therapy including supportive periodontal therapy. A focus of this year will be the oral biofilm including specific periodontal pathogens, mechanical and chemical biofilm control as well as modifying/risk factors (i.e. behavioral/life style factors, endodontic factors, occlusal factors, inflammation, immunology) and wound healing. Towards the end of the year, the students will be introduced to the basic techniques and materials of periodontal surgery. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this course complements clinical activities.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT6010 Dental Research Studies 1
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Ky-Anh Nguyen Session: Semester 2 Classes: Weekly attendance in research seminars (70% attendance required) and 2hr research sessions. Prerequisites: DENT6000 or DENT6126 or DENT6226 or DENT6276 or DENT6326 or DENT6382 Assessment: Candidates will be required to submit a treatise or written work in the form of a paper dealing with research on a specific topic. It should be the equivalent of one paper which would be acceptable for publication in a peer reviewed scientific, academic or professional journal. In keeping with Academic Board policy there is an option to submit published work based on research undertaken while enrolled for this degree. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit provides the introduction to a research project, including the development of a research proposal and literature review. The treatise is a formal piece of writing relevant to the subject area of the masters degree. Candidates will work on a specified research project under appropriate supervision. At least one of the project supervisors must be an academic staff member of the University. The treatise or written work is in 5 parts all of which will be completed in a minimum of three years of full time study.
Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics)
Year 2
DENT5407 Clinical Periodontics 2A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: 4 to 6 x half day clinics weekly and 1 x 2 hr case presentations monthly Prerequisites: (DENT5404 and DENT5405 and DENT5406) or DENT6327 Corequisites: DENT5408 and DENT5409 Assessment: Oral case presentations and written case reports (formative). End of year examination. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students undertake clinical care of patients at Sydney Dental Hospital and the Westmead Centre for Oral Health, Westmead under supervision. Experience is gained in diagnosis, treatment planning and prognosis and in non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy. Regular case presentations are utilised for students to present cases for discussion.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.).
DENT5408 Implant-related Surgery 2A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5404 and DENT5405 and DENT5406) or DENT6327 Corequisites: DENT5407 and DENT5409 Assessment: Clinical work, written assignment and an end of year examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course consists of intensive training in the surgical techniques of implant placement in routine and complex/compromised cases, and the surgical preparation of deficient implant sites. It also emphasizes on developing skill for the students in treatment planning complex reconstruction cases including the use of computerized tomography scanning and computer-assisted implant surgical planning. The clinical skill in the management of surgical complications will also be developed. Contemporary issues and controversies in implantology will be covered in a series of small group seminars.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT5409 Periodontology 2A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: 16 x 1.5 hr seminars, 2 x 3 hr simulation lab sessions Prerequisites: (DENT5404 and DENT5405 and DENT5406) or DENT6327 Corequisites: DENT5407 and DENT5408 Assessment: Written examination, Essay Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course covers surgical periodontal therapy, the clinical management of multi-rooted teeth and endodontic-periodontal considerations in diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment. Wound healing, basic surgical principles, pre-operative evaluation, surgical techniques, soft and hard tissue management, suturing and post operative care are covered. The course also covers the role of host risk factors in susceptibility to periodontal disease and in treatment selection and outcomes. Regular journal clubs are held to critically evaluate current literature.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.). Recommended scientific papers for each seminar.
DENT6011 Dental Research Studies 2
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Ky-Anh Nguyen Session: Semester 1 Classes: Weekly attendance in research seminars (70% attendance required) and 6hr research sessions. Prerequisites: DENT6010 or DENT6127 or DENT6227 or DENT6277 or DENT6327 or DENT6386 Assessment: Candidates will be required to submit a treatise or written work in the form of a paper dealing with research on a specific topic. It should be the equivalent of one paper which would be acceptable for publication in a peer reviewed scientific, academic or professional journal. In keeping with Academic Board policy there is an option to submit published work based on research undertaken while enrolled for this degree. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit provides continuation of a research project, including the refinement of research methodology and data acquisition. The treatise is a formal piece of writing relevant to the subject area of the masters degree. Candidates will work on a specified research project under appropriate supervision. At least one of the project supervisors must be an academic staff member of the University. The treatise or written work is in 5 parts all of which will be completed in a minimum of three years of full time study.
DENT5410 Clinical Periodontics 2B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: 4 to 6 x half day clinics weekly and 1 x 2 hr case presentations monthly Prerequisites: (DENT5407 and DENT5408 and DENT5409) or DENT6328 Corequisites: DENT5411 and DENT5412 Assessment: Oral case presentations and written case reports (formative). End of year examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students undertake clinical care of patients at Sydney Dental Hospital and the Westmead Centre for Oral Health, Westmead under supervision. Experience is gained in diagnosis, treatment planning and prognosis and in non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy. Regular case presentations are utilised for students to present cases for discussion.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.).
DENT5411 Implant-related Surgery 2B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5407 and DENT5408 and DENT5409) or DENT6328 Corequisites: DENT5410 and DENT5412 Assessment: Clinical work, written assignment and an end of year examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course consists of intensive training in the surgical techniques of implant placement in routine and complex/compromised cases, and the surgical preparation of deficient implant sites. It also emphasizes on developing skill for the students in treatment planning complex reconstruction cases including the use of computerized tomography scanning and computer-assisted implant surgical planning. The clinical skill in the management of surgical complications will also be developed. Contemporary issues and controversies in implantology will be covered in a series of small group seminars.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT5412 Periodontology 2B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: 18 x 1.5 hr seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5407 and DENT5408 and DENT5409) or DENT6328 Corequisites: DENT5410 and DENT5411 Assessment: Written examination, Essay Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course examines the basic biology of wound healing in relation to bone defect repair and bone regeneration. The diagnosis and classification of periodontal bone defects are covered and strategies for management of these defects are examined. The indications, contra-indications and outcomes of guided tissue regeneration, grafting materials and regeneration - enhancing materials are discussed and evaluated. The course also covers orthodontic-periodontal inter-relationships for diagnosis, treatment planning and therapy. Regular journal clubs are held to critically evaluate current literature.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.). Recommended scientific papers for each seminar.
DENT6012 Dental Research Studies 3
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Ky-Anh Nguyen Session: Semester 2 Classes: Weekly attendance in research seminars (70% attendance required) and 6hr research sessions. Prerequisites: DENT6011 or DENT6128 or DENT6228 or DENT6278 or DENT6328 or DENT6393 Assessment: Candidates will be required to submit a treatise or written work in the form of a paper dealing with research on a specific topic. It should be the equivalent of one paper which would be acceptable for publication in a peer reviewed scientific, academic or professional journal. In keeping with Academic Board policy there is an option to submit published work based on research undertaken while enrolled for this degree. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit provides continuation of a research project, including the refinement of research methodology and data acquisition. The treatise is a formal piece of writing relevant to the subject area of the masters degree. Candidates will work on a specified research project under appropriate supervision. At least one of the project supervisors must be an academic staff member of the University. The treatise or written work is in 5 parts all of which will be completed in a minimum of three years of full time study.
Year 3
DENT5413 Clinical Periodontics 3A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: 4 to 6 x half day clinics weekly and 1 x 2 hr case presentations monthly Prerequisites: (DENT5410 and DENT5411 and DENT5412) or DENT6329 Corequisites: DENT5414 and DENT5415 Assessment: Oral case presentations and written case reports (formative). End of year examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students undertake clinical care of patients at Sydney Dental Hospital and the Westmead Centre for Oral Health, Westmead under supervision. Experience is gained in diagnosis, treatment planning and prognosis and in non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy. Regular case presentations are utilised for students to present cases for discussion.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.).
DENT5414 Advanced Implant Management 3A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5410 and DENT5411 and DENT5412) or DENT6329 Corequisites: DENT5413 and DENT5415 Assessment: Clinical work, written assignment and an end of year examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course consolidates the clinical learning of the students and focuses on the development of clinical maturity in the students. Using the expertise of other specialties it cultivates a multi-disciplinary approach in planning and managing complex and difficult cases. It encourages a risk-reduction approach in treatment planning and delivery as well as post-delivery maintenance care.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT5415 Periodontology 3A
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 1 Classes: 5 x 1.5 hr seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5410 and DENT5411 and DENT5412) or DENT6329 Corequisites: DENT5413 and DENT5414 Assessment: End of year examination (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course examines the aetiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, management and clinical significance of muco-gingival defects. The role of attached gingiva in the health of the periodontium is discussed. Various surgical modalities for the management of gingival recession, frenal attachments and shallow vestibules are studied and their role evaluated in clinical scenarios. Regular journal clubs are held to critically evaluate current literature.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.). Recommended scientific papers for each seminar.
DENT6013 Dental Research Studies 4
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Ky-Anh Nguyen Session: Semester 1 Classes: Weekly attendance in research seminars (70% attendance required) and 6hr research sessions. Prerequisites: DENT6012 or DENT6129 or DENT6229 or DENT6279 or DENT6329 or DENT6397 Assessment: Candidates will be required to submit a treatise or written work in the form of a paper dealing with research on a specific topic. It should be the equivalent of one paper which would be acceptable for publication in a peer reviewed scientific, academic or professional journal. In keeping with Academic Board policy there is an option to submit published work based on research undertaken while enrolled for this degree. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit provides continuation of a research project, including data acquisition and analysis. The treatise is a formal piece of writing relevant to the subject area of the masters degree. Candidates will work on a specified research project under appropriate supervision. At least one of the project supervisors must be an academic staff member of the University. The treatise or written work is in 5 parts all of which will be completed in a minimum of three years of full time study.
DENT5416 Clinical Periodontics 3B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: 4 to 6 x half day clinics weekly and 1 x 2 hr case presentations monthly Prerequisites: (DENT5413 and DENT5414 and DENT5415) or DENT6330 Corequisites: DENT5417 and DENT5418 Assessment: Oral case presentations and written case reports (formative). End of year examination. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students undertake clinical care of patients at Sydney Dental Hospital and the Westmead Centre for Oral Health, Westmead under supervision. Experience is gained in diagnosis, treatment planning and prognosis and in non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy. Regular case presentations are utilised for students to present cases for discussion.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.).
DENT5417 Advanced Implant Management 3B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: Clinical work and small group seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5413 and DENT5414 and DENT5415) or DENT6330 Corequisites: DENT5416 and DENT5418 Assessment: Clinical work, written assignment and an end of year examination Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course consolidates the clinical learning of the students and focuses on the development of clinical maturity in the students. Using the expertise of other specialties it cultivates a multi-disciplinary approach in planning and managing complex and difficult cases. It encourages a risk-reduction approach in treatment planning and delivery as well as post-delivery maintenance care.
Textbooks
A recommended reading and textbook list is provided for this unit in class.
DENT5418 Periodontology 3B
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof. Axel Spahr Session: Semester 2 Classes: 10 x 1.5 hr seminars Prerequisites: (DENT5413 and DENT5414 and DENT5415) or DENT6330 Corequisites: DENT5416 and DENT5417 Assessment: End of year examination (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This course covers oral pathology and oral medicine as it relates to the specialty of periodontics. The course also examines ethics and professional responsibility, practice management and career planning as these relate to the specialty of periodontics. Regular journal clubs are held to critically evaluate current publications.
Textbooks
Lindhe, Karring and Lang (2008) Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry (5th ed.). Recommended scientific papers for each seminar.
DENT6014 Dental Research Studies 5
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: A/Prof Ky-Anh Nguyen Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: Weekly attendance in research seminars (70% attendance required) and 6hr research sessions. Prerequisites: DENT6013 or DENT6130 or DENT6230 or DENT6280 or DENT6330 or DENT6411 Assessment: Candidates will be required to submit a treatise or written work in the form of a paper dealing with research on a specific topic. It should be the equivalent of one paper which would be acceptable for publication in a peer reviewed scientific, academic or professional journal. In keeping with Academic Board policy there is an option to submit published work based on research undertaken while enrolled for this degree. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit provides continuation of a research project, including data analysis, treatise write-up and submission. The treatise is a formal piece of writing relevant to the subject area of the masters degree. Candidates will work on a specified research project under appropriate supervision. At least one of the project supervisors must be an academic staff member of the University. The treatise or written work is in 5 parts all of which will be completed in a minimum of three years of full time study.