HS750-7-AU-SO:
Introduction and Scientific Basis of Periodontology
2023/24
Health and Social Care (School of)
Southend Campus
Autumn
Postgraduate: Level 7
Current
Thursday 28 September 2023
Thursday 14 December 2023
15
05 September 2023
Requisites for this module
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HS753, HS754, HS755
MSC A40036 Periodontology,
MSC A40136 Advanced Periodontal Practice
This is a core module of the MSc Periodontology and the MSc Advanced Periodontal Practice that is designed to ensure all students have a sound level of knowledge and skills within the subject area of periodontology and have an advanced understanding of the basic science associated with periodontal disease and therapy.
1. To review methods of periodontal assessment, diagnosis, simple treatment planning and obtaining
informed consent to treatment
2. To review the principles of non-surgical and simple surgical treatment of periodontal disease.
3. To teach and/or reinforce the science associated with the oral cavity and the periodontium in
particular.
4. To teach and/or reinforce the science associated with periodontal disease and the principles
associated with periodontal therapies.
On successful completion of this module, the [learner] will be able to:
1. Be capable of undertaking basic periodontal assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning.
2. Demonstrate good communication skills and understand the principles of gaining and recording informed
consent to treatment.
3. Demonstrate effective and safe practical techniques.
4. Demonstrate an in depth understanding of the sciences associated with the oral cavity, the periodontium
and periodontal disease.
5. Appraise the complex multifactorial pathogenesis of periodontal disease.
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Module guide template final – 07.2018
6. Critically review dental literature
7. Critically evaluate performance and to practice reflectively
The module consists of taught sessions by clinical experts in the field of oral health science and dental therapy covering theoretical teaching, linking clinical work based placement. Teaching is evidencebased and linked to contemporary literature.
The module comprises the following content:
Introduction to the programme and module
Periodontal Instrumentation
Natural History and Disease Progression
Plaque Control
Basic treatment of the periodontal patient
Overview:
The module will combine a number of different teaching approaches. Lectures will introduce key concepts. There will be skills-focussed practical sessions, including the use of simulated practice using the dental skills lab. Clinical and reflective log analysis will provide authentic examples to relate theory and practice. Individual tutorials, as negotiated between student and academic supervisors and experiential learning in practice-based placements with experienced clinical educators, will further enhance teaching and learning.
Lectures:
Lectures by members of the Oral Health Science team, University of Essex, supplemented on occasions by external experts.
Independent:
Regular guided learning tasks will be set for students using the Moodle virtual learning platform.
Placement:
Online:
Discussion forums will be utilised for enhancing learning in appropriate topic areas; reading of evidence-based articles will be available.
Tutorials:
It is expected that the student will meet with their personal tutor at least twice during the module. Students are encouraged to request further personal tutorials at any stage during the module if they feel this is necessary.
Skills:
Clinical skills will be taught using the following model after Miller 1990
Learning Hierarchy Level of Learning Learning/Teaching
4 (The highest) Action (doing) Academic dental clinic / Work based learning
3 Performance (show how) Academic dental clinic / Work based learning
2 Competence (know how) Skills lab
1 (The lowest) Knowledge – (knowing) E.g. Face to face teaching, seminars, e-learning
This module does not appear to have any essential texts. To see non - essential items, please refer to the module's
reading list.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
| Coursework / exam |
Description |
Deadline |
Coursework weighting |
| Practical |
OSCE |
|
50% |
| Written Exam |
SAT |
|
50% |
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
Prof Nick Barker, email: nbarker@essex.ac.uk.
Dr Nick Barker, Prof Phil Cannell
Lizzie Lewis
E: hhsohlth@essex.ac.uk
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No
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Dr Paul Ryan
Queen Mary University of London
Senior Clinical Lecturer (Honorary Consultant)
Prof Nikolaos Donos
Queen Mary University of London
Professor
Available via Moodle
Of 54 hours, 0 (0%) hours available to students:
54 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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