- Docente: Marco Montevecchi
- Credits: 2
- SSD: MED/28
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Dietistic (cod. 8470)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student has theoretical knowledge in the field of odontostomatological diseases, with particular reference to the role of nutrition in the promotion of oral health, is able to educate on the subject of dental prevention from the food point of view, is able to identify population groups at risk of eating disorders and / or eating disorders and planning 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 classes will be made available online.
Teaching methods
Presumably through distance learning
Assessment methods
A final exam based on an interview with the candidate is foreseen.
The final judgment will also evaluate the quality and commitment shown in the development of a term paper assigned during the course.
Office hours
See the website of Marco Montevecchi