TAB1500 Dental Material Science 2 Course description

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Grade scale A-F

After completing the course, the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student can

• explain the chemical and physical properties of metals, alloys and ceramics
• explain indications for the use of dental alloys, ceramics and metal-ceramic structures.
• explain different types of fractures, fracture mechanisms and reasons for fracturing in relation to metal alloys, ceramics and metal-ceramic structures
• describe the micro and macro structure of metals, alloys and ceramics
• describe the composition and treatment of the material groups dental alloys and ceramics
• explain corrosion, corrosion types and other factors that influence degradation of dental alloys in an oral environment
• explain chemical and micro-mechanical bonds between dental porcelain and relevant types of alloys
• describe the various mechanical properties on the basis of a stress and strain diagram
• describe relevant testing methods for evaluating the mechanical properties of alloys and ceramics in relation to relevant international standards for testing of dental alloys and ceramics
• describe digital techniques for reading/scanning, designing and producing oral prosthetics solutions
• explain relevant materials used in the digital production of oral prosthetics solutions

Skills

The student can

• independently prepare a scientific report based on observations and results from their own materials testing
• under supervision, carry out calibration and fundamental maintenance of the programme’s scanners/readers and digital production units

The work and teaching methods vary between lectures, self-study, lab exercises and seminars combined with theoretical assignments carried out in groups and individually. The lab exercises may consist of materials testing.

10 credits overlap with the course TANN1200 Dental Materials

Supervised individual written exam, combination of multiple choice and free text assignments, up to 3 hours

Occlusion is the study of functional anatomy and the physiology of the masseter muscles, occlusion and jaw joints (the stomatognathic system). The course focuses on occlusion and articulation theory and the importance of maintaining or restoring correct occlusion and vertical dimension. General dental physiology and pathology in the oral cavity is an important part of the course. Another important aspect is the understanding of diagnostics and treatment of function-related illness in the stomatognathic system using dental technology products.

The student will acquire knowledge and skills in the design of simple stabilisation splints with the help of digital or conventional production processes and knowledge of teeth whitening trays and the possible consequences of their use. Basic procedures in the areas of impression taking, hygiene and record keeping are also part of the course.

Breakdown of credits: Theory 4 and skills training 1.

Grade scale A-F

The student must have been admitted to the study programme.

After completing the course, the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student

• can explain the factors that contribute to pathology in the oral cavity
• can describe the mechanisms behind and the consequences of the diseases caries, gingivitis and periodontitis
• can describe the oral cavity’s orthofunction in connection with tooth loss
• can explain the relevant procedures for hygiene and taking impressions of a patient's teeth
• is familiar with bite splints as a protection/treatment option in connection with function-related illness
• is familiar with areas of use and possible consequences of the use of teeth whitening trays

Skills

The student can

• produce a flexible splint
• under supervision, make simple impressions of a patient referred by a dentist
• carry out legally required record keeping and secure storing of files

General competence

The student can

• reflect on different views on dental health in relation to different age groups and cultures
• participate in an interdisciplinary exchange of opinions about the choice of splint therapy in a given case