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SDDM5327: Integrated Clinical Dentistry C2

Semester 2, 2024 [Normal day] - Westmead, Sydney

This unit of study will build on the foundations of semester one. Refer to semester one description. Students may be required to attend classes at multiple locations.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Discipline of Oral Surgery, Medicine and Diagnostics
Credit points 10
Prerequisites
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SDDM5211and SDDM5212 and SDDM5213 and SDDM5214 and SDDM5221 and SDDM5222 and SDDM5223 and SDDM5224
Corequisites
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SDDM5324 and SDDM5325 and SDDM5326
Prohibitions
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Shwetha Hegde, shwetha.hegde@sydney.edu.au
The census date for this unit availability is 2 September 2024
Type Description Weight Due Length
Small continuous assessment Semester one mark
mark from semester one assessments
45% - n/a
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO14 LO13 LO12 LO11 LO10 LO9 LO8 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Skills-based evaluation Simulated crisis scenario
Scenario-based examination
0% - 45 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO3 LO7 LO8 LO9
Skills-based evaluation Clinical work
Clinical practice
0% - n/a
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9 LO10 LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Supervised exam
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Final exam
Written examination
40% Formal exam period 2 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9 LO10 LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Skills-based evaluation Viva voce
Oral examination
15% Formal exam period 20 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9 LO10 LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Participation Participation in clinical sessions
Participation in clinical sessions
0% Ongoing As rostered to clinical sessions
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO14 LO13 LO12 LO11 LO10 LO9 LO8 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2

Assessment summary

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

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

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.

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.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
- Clinico-pathology Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO8 LO9
Sedation department Tutorial (1 hr) LO3 LO4 LO8
Sedation department Clinical practice (1 hr) LO3 LO4 LO8
Clinical practice and observation on rotation in specialist clinics at WCOH Clinical practice (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9 LO10 LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Clinical practice and observation on rotation in radiology department at SDH Clinical practice (3 hr) LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Week -01 Oral cancer 1: clinical epidemiology Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO8
Week -02 Radiology and Forensic Dentistry Lecture (1 hr) LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Week -03 DMF Trauma and radiology Lecture (1 hr) LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Week 01 Oral cancer 2: premalignancy and clinical manifestations Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO8
Differential diagnosis of neck swellings Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO9 LO12
Week 02 Oral cancer 3: histology and management Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO8
Normal salivary glands Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO9
Week 03 Salivary gland disease: non neoplastic Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO8
Salivary gland neoplasms: benign and malignant Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO8
Diagnostic imaging of the TMJ Lecture (1 hr) LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Week 05 Diagnostic imaging of the paranasal sinuses/systemic diseases affecting bone structure Lecture (1 hr) LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Salivary hypofunction: aetiology, diagnosis and management Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO7 LO8 LO9
Surgical management of endodontic problems Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO6 LO9 LO11 LO12 LO14
Week 06 Odontogenic cysts 1 Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2
Odontogenic cysts 2 Lecture (1 hr) LO1 LO2
Week 07 Management of benign tumours Online class (1 hr) LO5 LO6 LO8 LO9
Week 08 “I’ve got this pain in my jaw and neck” Individual study (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9 LO10 LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Oro-facial pain introduction - anatomy Individual study (1 hr) LO9 LO10
Oro-facial pain assessment Individual study (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO9 LO10
TMD assessment, management and occlusal appliances Individual study (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO6 LO10
Nonodontogenic cysts Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO9 LO11
Week 10 DMF radiology FAQ Online class (1 hr) LO11 LO12 LO13 LO14
Oral Infections 1 - Fungal Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO7 LO8
Oral Infections 2 - viral (part 1) and blisters Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO7 LO8 LO9
Oral Infections 3 - viral (part 2) and warts Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO7 LO8 LO9
Week 11 Surgical management of the TMJ Online class (1 hr) LO3 LO7 LO8 LO9
Week 12 Dental management of individuals at risk for infective endocarditis Online class (1 hr) LO2 LO4 LO7 LO8 LO9
Orthognathic surgery Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO6 LO9 LO11 LO12 LO14
Liver disease and the dentist Online class (1 hr) LO2 LO6 LO8 LO9
Oncology and palliative care Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO9
Week 13 Reconstructive surgery Online class (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO6 LO9 LO11 LO12 LO14
Sinus disease Lecture (1 hr) LO2 LO5 LO6 LO7 LO8 LO9
Major trauma 1 and 2 Online class (1 hr) LO2 LO7 LO8 LO9

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 10 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 200-250 hours of student effort in total.

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. demonstrate an understanding at histopathological, clinical land radiographic levels of important conditions of the oro-facial tissues, at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO2. demonstrate an understanding of the strategies employed for medical and surgical management of oral disease, at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO3. demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate application of crisis resource management together with medical emergencies/advanced life support
  • LO4. demonstrate an understanding of patient assessment for oral surgery and conscious sedation, including assessment of medically compromised patients, for dental treatment at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO5. demonstrate clinical competence in common oral surgical procedures including local anesthesia and surgical management at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO6. demonstrate an understanding of the basis for, consequence and management of, important and common complications of oral surgical procedures at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO7. demonstrate the ability to prescribe appropriate medication for dental patients
  • LO8. demonstrate an understanding of the indications, contraindications and drug interactions of pharmacological agents used in the dental management of patients, at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO9. demonstrate an understanding of surgical anatomy, physiology, pathology, medicine and pharmacology relevant to the management of dental patients, at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO10. demonstrate a knowledge of the major oro-facial pain disorders, their classification, and assessment criteria, and an understanding of the neural basis and clinical significance of referred pain at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO11. describe the appropriate use of CBVT and CT and identify advantages associated with these modalities at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO12. describe and apply the principles associated with panoramic radiology acquisition to produce competent radiographs. Identify normal anatomical structures in extra oral radiographs, as well as film faults, and indicate the technical correction needed at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO13. describe and apply the appropriate radiological management of patients presenting with trauma and impaction in forensic dentistry at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student
  • LO14. describe and implement the ALARA principle and all guidelines of the NH and MRC "Radiation Protection in Dentistry" at a level appropriate to a DMD3 semester 2 student.

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
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered

Site visit guidelines

Professional behaviour appropriate to work in a clinical environment is required at all times. • Direction for these is given throughout the DMD curriculum, and during orientation at public health facilities.

Work, health and safety

Students must comply with work health and safety, infection control and dress standard policies of all laboratories, placement sites and Local Health Districts (LHDs).

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