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The Periodontology module aims to equip Year 3 dental students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in understanding, diagnosing, and managing periodontal health and disease. It introduces students to the anatomy and physiology of the periodontium, the causes and progression of periodontal diseases, and the importance of prevention, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment. The module also seeks to develop students’ competencies in clinical examination, charting, and use of periodontal instruments, while fostering an appreciation of periodontology as a cornerstone of oral and systemic health.
This module covers key foundational and clinical aspects of periodontology. Topics include the anatomy of the periodontium, classification and etiology of periodontal diseases, their pathogenesis, progression, and associated microbiology. Students will explore the role of dental deposits, methods of periodontal patient assessment, examination and diagnosis, and the phases of periodontal therapy. Emphasis will be placed on familiarization with periodontal instruments, principles of instrumentation, and proper instrument care. Through integrated teaching and practical sessions, students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to the prevention and management of periodontal diseases in clinical practice.