Learning objectives
This course aims at allowing the students to understand basic elements of anatomy and imaging of the main oral and tooth disorders, to identify the imaging techniques to be used for the diagnosis and treatment planning.
LEARNING RESULTS
At the end of this course, the student will have to show skills with regard to the following items:
- knowledge of the radiologic, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging of the main oral and tooth disorders
- identification of the technique of choice for the assessment of specific diseases
- knowledge of devices and scanners for diagnostic imaging
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Diagnostic techniques: conventional and intramural radiology, orthopantomography, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance.
Diagnostic flow chart in dentistry
Radiological anatomy: jaws, oral cavity, neck, lymph nodes
Oral pathology
- Abnormal dentition
- Periodontal disease
- Sinus disease
- Caries
- Dysodontiasis
- TMJ
- Tooth abscess
- Cyst
- Benign and malignant tumors
- Salivary gland pathology
- Implants
Full programme
- Imaging techniques (X-rays, US, CT, MRI)
- Radiation protection
- Intraoral radiography, CBCT
- Head & Neck
- Cervical spaces
- Lymphnodes
- Paranasal sinuses
- Salivary glands
- Caries
- Odontogenic tumor
- Anomalies
- Periodontal disease
- TMJ
- Vascular diseases
- Nuclear Medicine and Radiation Therapy
- Imaging of main body parts (including head&neck, maxillo facial; ear)
- Informed consent
Bibliography
1) Essentials of Dental Radiography and Radiology
2) Cone Beam CT of the head and neck
3) Diagnostic Imaging Oral and Maxillofacial
Teaching methods
Lectures will be held on-site. Supporting material will be available on the specific, student-reserved platform (Elly) and will include slide presentations.
Assessment methods and criteria
The proof of the achievements of the course objectives will be obtained by an oral interview.
Specific questions related to the learning objectives of the course will ascertain if the student achieved knowledge and comprehension of the course contents.
Students will have to demonstrate their ability in applying the achieved knowledge through exemplifying clinical cases.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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