39251 - Preventive Dentistry in the Community 2

Learning outcomes

The student acquires theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and clinical criteria in the field of community dentistry, defined as "the science and art of preventing dental disease, promoting oral health, and improving the quality of life through the concerted efforts of society as a whole." Specific learning objectives: 1) the student acquires the ability to educate on preventive dentistry, 2) the student acquires the ability to identify population groups at risk of developing oral diseases, 3) the student acquires the ability to plan and implement targeted prevention interventions in at-risk population groups.

Course contents

The main topics covered will be:

1. Epidemiology and Prevention

2. Health Promotion

3. Prevention and Epidemiology of Caries

4. Prevention of Periodontal Disease

5. Epidemiology of Periodontal Disease

6. Prevention of Mucosal Diseases

Teaching methods

Lectures, Internship in Epidemiology Literature

Assessment methods

Oral Exam

Office hours

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