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DENT5402: Introduction to Oral Implants 1A
2025 unit information
This unit is the foundation for the knowledge and training related to dental implants and dental implant surgery. It consists of an introductory study on the biological basis of osseointegration, bone repair and wound healing, the design of modern dental implants and the bio-mechanical principles of prosthetic construction on implant supports. Furthermore, implant maintenance and complications associated with dental implants will be discussed. Training in the practical sessions will familiarize the students with different implant systems, their technical characteristics and surgical tooling features. The clinical training will focus on implant maintenance, the patient assessment process and protocol and the skill in developing a rational and appropriate treatment plan for the patient. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and to gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this unit complements the clinical activities. Students may be required to attend classes at multiple locations.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Discipline of Restorative and Reconstructive Dentistry |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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DENT5401 and DENT5403 |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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Comprehensive knowledge as well as sound clinical skills and experience in all aspects of General Dentistry, particularly in Restorative Dentistry and Oral Rehabilitation |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. discriminate and explain the historical background of the development of dental implants and the various types of dental implants, implant materials and basic surgical techniques
- LO2. discriminate and explain the biological basis of bone repair, wound healing and osseointegration
- LO3. compare and contrast the differences between the supportive tissues surrounding teeth and the supportive tissues surrounding dental implants
- LO4. diagnosis of peri-implant diseases, implant maintenance and non-surgical management of peri-implant diseases
- LO5. develop a treatment plan for simple implant cases
- LO6. understand the basic surgical techniques for implant placement
- LO7. understand and evaluate contemporary imaging techniques in dentistry, particularly relating to periodontics and implant dentistry
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Surry Hills, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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