11780 (v.2) Oral Microbiology 136
| Area: | School of Biomedical Science |
| Credits: | 12.5 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.0 |
| Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Laboratory: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Prerequisite(s): | 7363 (v.3) Microbiology 135 or any previous version
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| Syllabus: | Ecology and microflora of the oral cavity. Bacteriology of dental plaque, dental caries and periodontal disease. Microorganisms involved in pulp and periapical pathology. Infections that may be caused by dental procedures. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will have - Developed the ability to explain the ecology and roles of various oral microorganisms. Developed the ability to explain the aetiology of dental caries, periodontal disease, pulp and periapical infections. Demonstrated the ability to perform and interpret various dental caries susceptibility tests and evaluate their applications in dental treatment planning programs. Developed the knowledge to explain the sources of endogenous and exogenous microbial oral infections. Demonstrated the ability to take steps which will minimize the risk of patients developing infections from dental manipulations and cross-infection. Adopted the standard precautions for infection control. |
| Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information. |
| Unit References: | Krasse B., (1985), Caries Risk - A Practical Guide for Assessment and Control, Quintessence Publishing Co Inc. Kidd E.A.M. and Joyston-Bechal S., (1987), Essentials of Dental Caries - The Disease and it's Management, Bristol, Wright. Schuster G.S., (1990), Oral Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, 3rd ed.,Philadelphia Toronto, BC Decker Inc .Infection Control in the Health Care Setting by National Health and Medical Research Council (1996) |
| Unit Texts: | Marsh and Martin, (1999), Oral Microbiology, 4th ed., Oxford, Auckland, Boston, Johannesburg, Melbourne, New Delhi, Wright. |
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| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | | |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
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