- Docente: Martina Stefanini
- Credits: 2
- SSD: MED/28
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Dental Hygiene (cod. 8481)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student will have a preparation that allows him to diagnose periodontitis and gingival recessions and to treat cases of mild to moderate periodontitis requiring only non-surgical therapy. In particular, the student will be able to: • know the etiological factors and the pathogenesis of periodontitis • recognize the clinical signs of parondontitis and gingival recessions • diagnose the main forms of periodontitis • perform a radiological diagnosis of bone defects • recognize the indications to the non-surgical treatment • learn about non-surgical diagnosis and therapy tools • learn about periodontal supportive therapy • perform hygienic and maintenance therapy sessions.
Course contents
The course contentent includes: clinical and radiographic diagnosis, etiological therapy according to the treatment plan, indication of the use of manual and ultrasonic instruments, indications on the use of local antibotic, periodontal supportive therapy
Readings/Bibliography
The text is recommended: Atlas of the SIDP and Quintessence or Oral Hygienist Ardizzone-Abbinante, Edra Publisher
Teaching methods
Traditional frontal lessons with the presentations and videos explaining the practical procedures
Assessment methods
The oral exam consists of one or more questions on the course material covered. To pass the exam, students must obtain a passing grade on each question.
The purpose of the oral exam is to test the student's ability to apply their knowledge and make the necessary logical-deductive connections. The number of questions may vary based on the student's level of preparation and depth of understanding of the subject matter as demonstrated in their answers. The exam aims to assess the achievement of the following learning objectives:
* Knowledge of the diagnostic and clinical process of the main periodontal diseases
* Knowledge of the main concepts of periodontal disease treatment
* Knowledge of the principles and tools of non-surgical treatment (STEP 1 and 2)
Final grade:
→ 18-19: Knowledge of a very limited number of topics covered in the course and analytical skills that emerge only with the instructor's assistance, generally correct language; → 20-24: Knowledge of a limited number of topics covered in the course and ability to independently analyze only purely executive issues, using correct language; → 25-29: Knowledge of a large number of topics covered in the course, ability to independently make critical analysis choices, mastery of specific terminology; → 30-30L: Essentially comprehensive knowledge of the topics covered in the course, ability to independently make critical analysis and connections, full mastery of specific terminology, and ability to argue and self-reflect.
The final grade will then be calculated as a weighted average of the other exams included in the Integrated Course.
Students with learning disabilities and temporary or permanent disabilities are encouraged to contact the dedicated office (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it/per-studenti ) as soon as possible so that appropriate compensatory measures can be agreed upon. The request must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the instructor, who will evaluate the appropriateness of the measures taking into account the educational objectives.
Teaching tools
he theoretical lectures will be conducted in a classroom equipped with multimedia equipment, primarily using Keynote slides. Students will be provided with PDF versions of the slides presented during the lectures via email.
Office hours
See the website of Martina Stefanini