HS732-5-SU-SO:
Management of Oral Diseases
2023/24
Health and Social Care (School of)
Southend Campus
Summer
Undergraduate: Level 5
Current
Monday 15 April 2024
Friday 23 August 2024
30
05 September 2023
Requisites for this module
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FDSCB750 Oral Health Science
This module introduces the students to common and uncommon oral diseases. Recognition of the common, minor conditions requires a broad knowledge base in order to be able to recognise and diagnose the more serious, complex and relatively uncommon conditions. This module builds upon the introduction module of Oral Health and Diseases to enable the students to acquire the knowledge and skills congruent with the roles and expectations of a hygienist
To enhance the knowledge base of students and enhance their clinical skills.
On successful completion of this module, the [learner] will be able to:
Liaise with the dentist in the post-periodontal surgical care of the patient and assist in the maintenance of periodontal health in the long term
Demonstrate understanding of the aetiology, pathology, progression and presentation of periodontal diseases
Provide preventive oral care for the individual patient who presents with dental caries, periodontal disease and tooth wear
Complete a periodontal examination and charting
Be competent at supragingival and subgingival scaling and root surface debridement, using both powered and manual instrumentation, and stain removal and prophylaxis
Employ appropriate anti-microbial therapy in the management of plaque related diseases
Be competent at completing a range of procedures in restorative dentistry including the placement of fissure sealants, temporary dressings, temporary recementation of crowns, appropriate moisture control techniques and taking impressions.
Be competent at prescribing (under supervision) and undertaking both extra and intra-oral radiographs and incorporating them into their clinical practice
List the options for replacing teeth, including both intra-coronal, plastic and cast restorations, fixed and removable prostheses and dental implants
Demonstrate understanding of the clinical presentation and management of the common diseases of the oral mucosa, of other oral soft tissues and of the salivary glands. Communicate effectively with the dentist about patients with in their joint care.
Recognise malignant and potentially malignant lesions and conditions of the oral mucosa.
Communicate effectively with the dentist about patients within their joint care.
List the various manifestations of facial pain.
This module is part of the required programme for FdSc Oral Health Science.
This module introduces the students to oral diseases and signs, symptoms, prevention and treatment planning. It focuses on developing skills in the treatment of periodontal disease and recognising dental disease, after care and treatment pathways.
The module consists of taught sessions by clinical experts in the field of oral health science and dental hygiene, covering theoretical teaching in the management of oral diseases. It also includes demonstration and teaching of clinical skills using simulation and learning from clinical work based placement undertaking clinical competencies on patients under supervision.
Lectures, practice playments, group work and e-learning
The above list is indicative of the essential reading for the course.
The library makes provision for all reading list items, with digital provision where possible, and these resources are shared between students.
Further reading can be obtained from this module's
reading list.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
| Coursework / exam |
Description |
Deadline |
Coursework weighting |
| Coursework |
Case Study |
|
40% |
| Practical |
OSCE |
|
30% |
| Practical |
Unseen Case Study Presentation |
|
30% |
Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Miss Arabella Valadas Marques, email: av19038@essex.ac.uk.
Oral Health team
Lizzie Lewis
E: hhsohlth@essex.ac.uk
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Ms Emily Banks
Cardiff University
Lecturer in Dental Hygiene and Therapy
Available via Moodle
Of 12 hours, 12 (100%) hours available to students:
0 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
0 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.
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