02738 - Endodontia

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student has a preparation that allows to recognize, face and solve simple cases of endodontics. In particular, the student is able to: • recognize and properly use the main tools used for endodontics; • recognize and appropriately use the main materials for endodontics; • diagnose the main pathologies that require endodontic treatment; • recognize the indications for endodontic treatment and perform a correct preparation of the access cavity; • plan and organize simple endodontic interventions; • perform endodontic treatments on epoxy resin elements and natural teeth.

Course contents

History of endodontics and its significance in modern dentistry

Review of the anatomy of the endodontic system of permanent and deciduous teeth

Recalls of the pathophysiology of the dental pulp and its role in the diagnosis of endodontic pathology

The microbiology of the endodontic system (module 2)

The endodontic clinic. The visit, Anamnesis, signs, symptoms, diagnostic tests and diagnosis in endodontics.The treatment plan

The instruments of the endodontist: Gross instruments, handpieces, ultrasounds, apex detectors, instruments for access, root canal instruments, burs.

The rubber dam

Materials in endodontics: Solvents, Sealers, gutta-percha etc.

The phases of endodontic treatment: Anesthesia, access, instrumentation, cleansing, closure and postendo reconstruction.

The pulp capping (module 2).

Readings/Bibliography

Sillabus

Selected Endodontic literature

-Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp 12th Edition

-Ingle's endodontics 7th Ed.

- Domenico Ricucci Patologia e Clinica Endodontica Martina ed. 2009

Teaching methods

In room lessons

Assessment methods

The exam is held orally and consists of one or more questions on the program for each of the subjects of the Integrated Course. It will also be proposed to draw a tooth with its root system and the simulation of its internal anatomy for endodontic purposes.To pass the exam, the student must obtain a passing grade in each of the subjects and the final grade is the average of the two. The purpose of the oral exam is to verify the student's ability to apply his/her knowledge and to perform the necessary logical-deductive connections. The number of questions may vary based on the level of preparation and depth of the subject highlighted by the student in the answers. The exam aims to evaluate the achievement of the educational objectives and the knowledge of the topics covered in class Final grade grading: → 18-19: Preparation on a very limited number of topics covered in the course and analytical ability that emerges only with the help of the teacher, expression in generally correct language; → 20-24: Preparation on a limited number of topics covered in the course and autonomous analytical ability only on purely executive issues, expression in correct language; → 25-29: Preparation on a large number of topics covered in the course, ability to make independent choices of critical analysis, mastery of specific terminology; → 30-30L: Substantially exhaustive preparation on the topics covered in the course, ability to make independent choices of critical analysis and connection, full mastery of specific terminology and ability to argue and self-reflect.

Teaching tools

power point presentations

Office hours

See the website of Gian Andrea Pelliccioni

See the website of Alessio Buonavoglia