Information Package

Program of Dentistry (English)

DENT575

ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

Course Code
DENT575
Semester
Fifth Year
Theory+Practice
(2-0) + 0
ECTS
1
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study13
SemesterFifth Year
ECTS1
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Diagnose hereditary and acquired deformities, traumas and pathologies of the chin and face.
  2. Define jaw and facial anatomy and imaging techniques.
  3. List the principles, indications, contraindications and complications of oral and maxillofacial advanced surgery.
  4. Diagnose infections of the jaw and face area and make the right and rational antibiotic choice.
  5. Explain intra and postoperative complications and treatment approaches of oral and maxillofacial surgery.
  6. Explain the principles of application of local anesthetic agents for the mouth, teeth and jaw area in dentistry.
  7. Define the principles of surgical treatment approach in geriatric and disabled patients in dentistry.
  8. Perform clinical and radiological evaluation in cases of oral and maxillofacial injury and trauma, and apply diagnostic and emergency treatments.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionTo explain fundamental principle and contemporary diagnostic and treatment methods in maxillofacial surgery Comprehension of the basic principles of oral and maxillofacial area, surgical approach, current diagnosis and treatment modalities. Determining the proper diagnosis and treatment methods of the maxillofacial area traumas and pathologies using advanced radiographical methods. Gaining the ability to diagnose the Temporomandibular joint traumas and pathologies. Having information about the acute cases, maxillofacial traumas and emergencies and their treatment approaches
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Temporomandibular Joint Anatomy
2nd Week Nerve injuries
3rd Week Temporomandibular Joint Anatomy
4th Week Orthognathic surgery
5th Week Orofacial Pain
6th Week Medical conditions of the geriatric patients
7th Week Laser and Piezosurgery
8th Week Cryotherapy, radiofrequency ve electrocoagulation
9th Week Stomatitis
10th Week Advanced imaging techniques
11th Week Midterm Exam
12th Week Complications in handicapped and geriatric patients
13th Week Antibiotic choice and prescription
14th Week Temporomandibular Joint Surgery
15th Week Trauma
16th Week Local anesthesia and emergencies
17th Week Surgical anatomy
18th Week Maxillofacial surgical principles
19th Week Orthognathic surgery
20th Week Inflammatory joint diseases
Recommended or Required Reading1. James R. Hupp, Edward Ellis III, Myron R. Tucker, Contemporary oral and maxillofacial surgery 5th ed. Mosby Elsevier, 2008.
2. Brad Neville, Douglas D. Damm, Carl M. Allen, Jerry Bouquot, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 3rd Edition, Saunders co, 2009
3. Periodicals
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 60
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 9 1 9
Course hours 19 1 19
Preparation for Midterm exam 9 1 9
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load39
Total Work Load / 30 (h)1.3
ECTS Credit of the Course1
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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