Outline

Overview

This Unit addresses advanced and complex non-surgical periodontal therapy: diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment. The use of different types of antimicrobial therapy, management of multi-rooted teeth and endodontic-periodontal considerations, as well as different techniques in periodontal surgery and modern supportive periodontal therapy will be covered. Wound healing, basic surgical principles, pre-operative evaluation as well as soft and hard tissue management and post-operative care are included. The course also covers the role of host risk factors in patients susceptible to periodontal diseases and in treatment selection and outcomes. Regular journal clubs, seminars and workshops are held to critically evaluate the current literature and gain the theoretical background required. Didactic instruction in this course complements clinical activities. Students may be required to attend classes at multiple locations.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Discipline of Restorative and Reconstructive Dentistry
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	DENT5404 and DENT5405 and DENT5406
Corequisites ?	DENT5407 and DENT5408
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	Comprehensive knowledge in all aspects of General Dentistry, particularly in Restorative Dentistry and Oral Rehabilitation. Clinical skills and theoretical knowledge taught in year 1 (DENT5401-DENT5406)
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Axel Spahr, axel.spahr@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Record+)	Final exam (For DENT5409) Written exam	80%	Formal exam period	2 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Essay (For DENT5409) Written essay	20%	STUVAC	3000 words
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = Type B final exam ?

Assessment summary

Final exam (For DENT5409): Subject matter to be examined will include the full range of theoretical and clinical periodontology, with the expected standard to be that of a trainee after the completion of the 1st semester of year 2 in the DClinDent-Periodontics program. 40%
Essay (For DENT5409): The essay will address a question within the scope of periodontics. 10%
Final exam (For DENT5412): Subject matter to be examined will include the full range of theoretical and clinical periodontology, with the expected standard to be that of a trainee after the completion of the 2nd year of the DClinDent-Periodontics program. 40%
Essay (For DENT5412): The essay will address a question within the scope of periodontics. 10%

The pass mark for this Unit of Study at the end of the year is an average mark of ≥ 50% (including both written examinations and both assignments).

The failure in any of the UoS of the particular year will result in the failure of the whole year and all UoS need to be repeated again.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

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We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week -01	Acute periodontal conditions and their treatment (Dr J O'Neill)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week -02	Supportive Periodontal Therapy (Prof Axel Spahr) (+ DCD Pros 1)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week -03	Non-surgical vs. surgical periodontal treatment. Where are the limitations of the non-surgical treatment? (Prof. K-Y Zee)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week -04	Ridge (socket) preservation: Techniques, timing, algorithm (Prof Axel Spahr) (+ DCD Pros 2)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week -04	Hands-on workshop (Frasaco-Models Perio): Ridge (socket) preservation (Prof Axel Spahr)	Workshop (2 hr)
Week -05	Exam Feedback Session Prof Axel Spahr Dr. Jessica O'Neill	Seminar (1 hr)
Week 01	Systemic antibiotics in periodontal therapy (Dr Suman Madukuri) (+ DCD Pros 2)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 02	Local antimicrobials in periodontal therapy: Antibiotics, antimicrobials, photodynamic therapy (Prof Axel Spahr) (+ DCD Pros 2)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 03	Wound healing (soft + hard tissues) General principles and timing Periodontal wound healing (Prof Axel Spahr) (+ DCD Pros 2)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 04	Tissue and cell response in inflamed and healing periodontal tissues. Growth factors, cell mobilisation and regional roles of mesenchymal stem cells (Dr Fabian Obregon)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 05	Furcation treatment (Prof Alex Quaranta)	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 06	Hands-on workshop (Frasaco-Models Perio): Furcation treatment (Furcation plastic, root resection, hemi-section, premolarisation) (Prof Alex Quaranta)	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 06	Laser in Periodontics (Dr Suman Madukuri)	Workshop (2 hr)
Weekly	Advanced and complex non-surgical periodontal therapy, the use of different types of antimicrobial therapy, management of multi-rooted teeth and endodontic-periodontal considerations. Different techniques in periodontal surgery and modern supportive periodontal therapy, wound healing, soft and hard tissue management and post-operative care. Role of host risk factors in patients susceptible to periodontal diseases, and in treatment selection and outcomes	Seminar (1 hr)
Weekly	Advanced and complex non-surgical periodontal therapy, the use of different types of antimicrobial therapy, management of multi-rooted teeth and endodontic-periodontal considerations. Different techniques in periodontal surgery and modern supportive periodontal therapy, wound healing, soft and hard tissue management and post-operative care. Role of host risk factors in patients susceptible to periodontal diseases, and in treatment selection and outcomes	Individual study (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: Attendance is a professional responsibility required of all students admitted to academic programs within the Sydney Dental School. All programs in the Sydney Dental School have a 90% attendance policy, for all compulsory components of Units of Study, as detailed in the Faculty of Dentistry Attendance Provisions 2015. This includes all clinical and practical sessions. The course requirements cannot be satisfied if more than 10% of any section of a course is missed for any reason.
Professionalism: Students in all Sydney Dental School programs are subject to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Requirements 2019 and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Provisions 2019. Professionalism is an essential component of developing competency to practice. It is important for students to demonstrate professional behaviour in all contexts and environments. In accordance with these local provisions: candidates who demonstrate serious or repeated unprofessional behaviour may be required to show cause as to why their enrolment should be continued. Failure to show cause may result in exclusion from the course.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. evaluate and demonstrate the planning and treatment of supportive periodontal therapy including the use of Airflow devices and the diagnosis and treatment of acute periodontal conditions
LO2. identify, evaluate and discuss the outcomes of non-surgical versus surgical periodontal treatment as well as indications, contraindications and techniques of basic periodontal surgery and different types of flap techniques
LO3. identify, evaluate and discuss the use of local and systemic antimicrobials as well as antibiotics in periodontal therapy and the different concepts of mechanical and chemical biofilm control
LO4. identify, evaluate and discuss guided biofilm therapy
LO5. identify, evaluate and discuss the principles, techniques and materials of periodontal regeneration, bone regeneration/augmentation and ridge preservation
LO6. demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the discussion of tissue and cell response in inflamed and healing periodontal tissues (including growth factors, cell mobilisation and regional role of mesenchymal stem cells)
LO7. demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the discussion of aetiology and pathogenesis of furcation involvement, as well as the different treatment options and their prognoses
LO8. demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the discussion of the role of the periodontal pathogens in aetiology, pathogenesis, treatment and maintenance of periodontal diseases, and in particular the role of porphyromonas gingivalis
LO9. demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the discussion of the associations between periodontal diseases and systemic diseases/conditions as well as in the discussion of the effects of medications used for the management of systemic diseases on periodontal/peri-implant tissues
LO10. demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the discussion of the concept and idea of immune-modulation in periodontal therapy and maintenance.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.c. development, anatomy, physiology and pathology of hard and soft tissues of the head and neck 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.1.e. management and treatment planning with multidisciplinary engagement for complex cases, including compromised patients. 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 4.2.c. management of periodontal, mucogingival and implant surgery, and 4.2.d. the principles and application of pharmacology. 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.1.c. managing complications. 5.2.a. diagnosing periodontal disease and conditions, including peri-implant disease, and 5.2.b. managing soft and hard tissues including implant placement.
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.c. development, anatomy, physiology and pathology of hard and soft tissues of the head and neck 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.1.e. management and treatment planning with multidisciplinary engagement for complex cases, including compromised patients. 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 4.2.c. management of periodontal, mucogingival and implant surgery, and 4.2.d. the principles and application of pharmacology. 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.1.c. managing complications. 5.2.a. diagnosing periodontal disease and conditions, including peri-implant disease, and 5.2.b. managing soft and hard tissues including implant placement.
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.2.a. diagnosing periodontal disease and conditions, including peri-implant disease, and
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.2.a. diagnosing periodontal disease and conditions, including peri-implant disease, and
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.c. development, anatomy, physiology and pathology of hard and soft tissues of the head and neck 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.1.e. management and treatment planning with multidisciplinary engagement for complex cases, including compromised patients. 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 4.2.c. management of periodontal, mucogingival and implant surgery, and 4.2.d. the principles and application of pharmacology. 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.1.c. managing complications. 5.2.a. diagnosing periodontal disease and conditions, including peri-implant disease, and 5.2.b. managing soft and hard tissues including implant placement.
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.c. development, anatomy, physiology and pathology of hard and soft tissues of the head and neck 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 4.2.d. the principles and application of pharmacology.
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.c. development, anatomy, physiology and pathology of hard and soft tissues of the head and neck 4.1.e. management and treatment planning with multidisciplinary engagement for complex cases, including compromised patients. 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 4.2.c. management of periodontal, mucogingival and implant surgery, and 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.1.c. managing complications. 5.2.a. diagnosing periodontal disease and conditions, including peri-implant disease, and 5.2.b. managing soft and hard tissues including implant placement.
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.c. development, anatomy, physiology and pathology of hard and soft tissues of the head and neck 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.1.e. management and treatment planning with multidisciplinary engagement for complex cases, including compromised patients. 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 4.2.d. the principles and application of pharmacology. 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.2.a. diagnosing periodontal disease and conditions, including peri-implant disease, and
	Periodontics - 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.2.a. biology of wound healing in relation to periodontal and bone defect repair and regeneration 4.2.b. pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of periodontal diseases and conditions 4.2.d. the principles and application of pharmacology. 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and

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DENT5409: Periodontology 2A

Semester 1, 2022 [Normal day] - Westmead, Sydney

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