Information Package

Program of Dentistry (English 30%)

DHF501

GNATHOLOGY

Course Code
DHF501
Semester
Fifth Year
Theory+Practice
(1-0) + 0
ECTS
1
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study3
SemesterFifth Year
ECTS1
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explains the anatomy of the temporomandibular joint and surrounding bone and soft tissues.
  2. Defines the relationship related to mandibular functional and border movements.
  3. Lists the radiological examinations to be used in the diagnosis of temporomandibular joint disorders.
  4. Explains the vertical and horizontal determinants of occlusal anatomy.
  5. Explains the development of occlusion concepts from past to present and lists the criteria for creating the ideal occlusion.
  6. Describes different types of traumas on the chewing system and explains their effects on the temporomandibular joint.
  7. Defines temporomandibular joint disorders that may develop as a result of non-physiological occlusion.
  8. Explains the relationship between ear-nose-throat disorders and temporomandibular joint diseases.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionStudy of masticatory system, including its anatomy, physiology and diagnosis of functional disturbances related to these tissues
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Temporomandibular joint anatomy
2nd Week Temporomandibular joint anatomy
3rd Week Mandibular movements
4th Week Mandibular movements
5th Week Optimal occlusion criteria
6th Week Malocclusion and temporomandibular joint diseases
7th Week Malocclusion and temporomandibular joint diseases
8th Week Advanced radiological observations
9th Week Temporomandibular joint radiology
10th Week Radiological case solving
11th Week Mid-term
12th Week Assessment of midterm results
13th Week Temporomandibular joint disorders related to trauma
14th Week Relation between ear-nose-throat and temporomandibular disorders
15th Week Enflamatory joint diseases
16th Week Case discussion
17th Week Case discussion
18th Week Case discussion
Recommended or Required Reading(1) Okeson JP. Management of Temporomandibular Disorders and Occlusion 6th ed. Mosby, 2008.
(2)Laskin DM, Greene CS, Hylander WL. TMD's An Evidence Based Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment Quintessence, 2006. (3) Okeson JP. Bell's Orofacial Pains - The Clinical Management of Orofacial Pain 6th ed. Quintessence, 2005.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Presentation
  • Lecture
  • Case Study
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
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 5 2 10
Course hours 13 1 13
Preparation for Midterm exam 3 2 6
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load31
Total Work Load / 30 (h)1.03
ECTS Credit of the Course1
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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