Dentistry
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: DIS215
Course Name: Fundamentals of Restorative Dentistry
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
2
Language of instruction: Turkish
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Dr. Öğr. Üy. KÜBRA CANTÜRK
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Kübra Cantürk
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To teach cavity principles, instruments to be used in restorative dental treatment, amalgam restorations, histological structure of dental tissues, adhesive systems, composite resins and treatment strategies.
Course Content: Cavity principles, instruments to be used in restorative dental treatment, amalgam restorations, histological structure of dental tissues, adhesive systems, composite resins and treatment strategies constitute the course content.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Knows the principles of cavity preparation.
2) Knows the tools used in cavity preparation
3) Knows the principles of amalgam restorations
4) Knows the structure and histology of the tooth hard tissues
5) Has knowledge about adhesive systems and cavity preparations.
6) Have detailed information about composite resins.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Basic concepts in cavity preparations Lesson slide 1
1) Basic concepts in cavity preparations Lesson slide 1
2) Basic concepts in cavity preparations Lesson slide 2
3) "Rotary instruments and burs used in cavity preparations Hand tools used in amalgam restorations" Lesson slide 3
4) Class I and II cavity preparations Lesson slide 4
5) Class V and VI cavity preparations, complex amalgam preparations Lesson slide 5
6) Detection and removal of caries in the cavity Ders notu 6
7) Cavity disinfectants and Pulp protecting materials Lesson slide 7
8) Cavity base materials (Liners) Lesson slide 8
10) "Amalgam Amalgam and biocompatibility Finishing and polishing of amalgam restorations" Lesson slide 10
11) Development of dental tissues Lesson slide 11
12) Enamel tissue and structure of enamel Lesson slide 12
13) Dentin tissue, Dentin structure and Dentin pulp complex Lesson slide 13
14) Cement tissue, Structure of cementum Lesson slide 14
15) Basic concepts in adhesive cavity preparations Adhesive dentistry Lesson slide 15
16) Adhesive systems Lesson slide 16
17) Classification of adhesive systems Lesson slide 17
18) Composite resins Lesson slide 18
19) Classification of composite resins Lesson slide 19
20) Posterior composite preparations Lesson slide 20
21) Minimal invasive cavity preparations Lesson slide 21
22) Composite resin applications (adhesive selection, isolation, matrix applications) Lesoon slide 22
23) Composite resin applications (layering) Lesson slide 23
24) Light sources and polymerization Lesson slide 24
25) Finishing and polishing of adhesive restorative materials Lesson slide 25
26) Pulp capping treatments Lesson slide 26

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Roberson, Theodore, Harald O. Heymann, and Edward J. Swift Jr. Sturdevants art
and science of operative dentistry. Elsevier Health Sciences, 2006
References: Roberson, Theodore, Harald O. Heymann, and Edward J. Swift Jr. Sturdevants art
and science of operative dentistry. Elsevier Health Sciences, 2006

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Has basic and up-to-date knowledge in the field of dentistry, follows scientific publications, and applies evidence-based data to his/her professional practice. 2 2 2 2 2 2
2) Knows well and effectively uses devices, tools, and materials specific to diagnosis and treatment in the field of dentistry. 3 3
3) Evaluates the knowledge in the field of dentistry critically, integrates it with the knowledge of disciplines in the field of health, uses it by analyzing and synthesizing it.
4) Produces projects related to the field of dentistry, can work with other health disciplines, takes part as a member of the research team and evaluates and reports the results obtained at a scientific level.
5) Uses information that will contribute to the dentistry profession during practice, takes responsibility, and produces solutions in unforeseen situations. 3 3 3 3 3 3
6) Shares, compares, and exchanges dental knowledge with professional colleagues in social and scientific environments in written, verbal, and visual forms.
7) Within the framework of social, scientific, and ethical values including patient privacy, communicates with patients and their relatives, knows all the characteristics of the patient, and recommends the most appropriate treatment with a patient-centered approach.
8) Follows technological developments, participates in national and international studies, and shares and presents own observations, experiences, and research to further advance dental practices.
9) By adopting the principle of lifelong learning throughout the dentistry profession, follows current evidence-based dental knowledge and uses it during his professional practice.
10) During dental practice, in cases such as abuse and addiction, performs the treatment by exhibiting the behaviors required by social ethics and legal rules, and collects and records the relevant data.
11) Uses basic and current knowledge in the field of dentistry during professional practice for the benefit of society within the framework of national values and country realities.
12) In natural disasters and emergency cases, takes the protective measures required by the dentistry profession; performs professional practices that benefit patients and society
13) Generates ideas regarding health policy in dentistry, prioritizes individual and public health, and carries out preventive and therapeutic medical practices within the framework of scientific, ethical, and quality processes.
14) Differentiates the signs and symptoms commonly encountered in the dentistry profession, makes a treatment plan and refers when necessary, and manages diseases and clinical situations regarding their urgency and patient priority. 3 3 3 3 3 3
15) Can assume the leadership responsibility of the team he/she works for, manage it following scientific criteria, and support the professional development of the team.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has basic and up-to-date knowledge in the field of dentistry, follows scientific publications, and applies evidence-based data to his/her professional practice. 2
2) Knows well and effectively uses devices, tools, and materials specific to diagnosis and treatment in the field of dentistry. 2
3) Evaluates the knowledge in the field of dentistry critically, integrates it with the knowledge of disciplines in the field of health, uses it by analyzing and synthesizing it.
4) Produces projects related to the field of dentistry, can work with other health disciplines, takes part as a member of the research team and evaluates and reports the results obtained at a scientific level.
5) Uses information that will contribute to the dentistry profession during practice, takes responsibility, and produces solutions in unforeseen situations. 3
6) Shares, compares, and exchanges dental knowledge with professional colleagues in social and scientific environments in written, verbal, and visual forms.
7) Within the framework of social, scientific, and ethical values including patient privacy, communicates with patients and their relatives, knows all the characteristics of the patient, and recommends the most appropriate treatment with a patient-centered approach.
8) Follows technological developments, participates in national and international studies, and shares and presents own observations, experiences, and research to further advance dental practices.
9) By adopting the principle of lifelong learning throughout the dentistry profession, follows current evidence-based dental knowledge and uses it during his professional practice.
10) During dental practice, in cases such as abuse and addiction, performs the treatment by exhibiting the behaviors required by social ethics and legal rules, and collects and records the relevant data.
11) Uses basic and current knowledge in the field of dentistry during professional practice for the benefit of society within the framework of national values and country realities.
12) In natural disasters and emergency cases, takes the protective measures required by the dentistry profession; performs professional practices that benefit patients and society
13) Generates ideas regarding health policy in dentistry, prioritizes individual and public health, and carries out preventive and therapeutic medical practices within the framework of scientific, ethical, and quality processes.
14) Differentiates the signs and symptoms commonly encountered in the dentistry profession, makes a treatment plan and refers when necessary, and manages diseases and clinical situations regarding their urgency and patient priority. 3
15) Can assume the leadership responsibility of the team he/she works for, manage it following scientific criteria, and support the professional development of the team.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 26 0 1 26
Midterms 1 6 1 7
Final 1 8 1 9
Total Workload 42