20630 - Odontostomatological Diseases

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student possesses theoretical knowledge in the field of odontostomatological diseases, with particular reference to the role of nutrition in promoting oral health. She/he is able to educate on dental prevention from a dietary point of view and is capable in identifying population groups at risk of oral diseases related to food and/or eating disorders, planing and carrying out targeted prevention interventions.

Course contents

Starting from antomic and functional notions, the main oral pathologies will be addressed, as well as the oral manifestations of systemic pathologies, with clear correlation to the patient's nutritional status. Specific fucus will be aimed at periodontitis, carious lesion, oral cavity carcinoma and diabetes. Another topic of interest will be the role of probiotics on oral health.

Readings/Bibliography

Articles and notes provided by the teacher. The material used during the lessons will be made available online.

Teaching methods

Frontal lessons

Assessment methods

Student learning will be assessed at the end of the course by means of a written test consisting of 32 multiple-choice questions, aimed at ascertaining the student's knowledge of the three modules that make up the integrated course. The questions will be proportional to the credits of each module. Each question will have four answers, only one of which will be correct. Each correct answer will be worth one point, while each incorrect or unanswered question will be worth zero points. The exam will be considered passed with at least 18 correct answers (grade: 18/30). The final grade will correspond to the number of correct answers (from 18 to 30); if there are 31 or 32 correct answers, the grade awarded will be 30 with honors. During the exam, the use of support materials such as textbooks, notes, and computer aids will not be permitted.

Students with SLDs or temporary or permanent disabilities are advised to contact the relevant University Office (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it ) in good time. It will be their responsibility to propose any adjustments to the students concerned, which must in any case be submitted at least 15 days in advance for approval by the teachers, who will assess their appropriateness in relation to the educational objectives of the course.

Office hours

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