Degree in Dentistry (Aff. Centre ADEMA)

300 credits - ADEMA University College

Title
Official
Implementation year of this curriculum version
2017-18

Credit Summary

Core Training Mandatory Elective Subjects External Practicum Final Degree Project Total
  78   174   12   30   6 300

Subject list by year and semester

Subjects

First Year

First Semester

Human Anatomy
Human Biochemistry
Human Microbiology and Immunology
Introduction to Health Research and Statistics
Human Histology

Second Semester

Psychology, Communication and Health
Human Physiology
Bio-morphology and Microbiology of the Stomatognathic System
Epidemiology and Public Health
Radiology and Forensic Dentistry

Second Year

First Semester

Dentistry Materials, Equipment, Instrumentation and Ergonomics I
Basic General and Preventive Dentistry
Introduction to Surgery
Medical Pathology and Anatomical Pathology I
Pharmacology

Second Semester

Dental Pathology
Dentistry Materials, Equipment, Instrumentation and Ergonomics II
Medical Pathology and Anatomical Pathology II
Oral Medicine
Dental Prosthetics I

Third Year

First Semester

Evidence-Based Dentistry
Operative Dentistry
Dental Prosthetics II
Orthodontics I 
Paediatric Dentistry I

Second Semester

Dentist's Surgery IT and Planning
Oral Surgery I
Endodontics
Orthodontics II
Periodontology I

Fourth Year

First Semester

Applied General and Preventive Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry and Clinical Endodontics
Dental Prosthetics III
Orthodontics III
Periodontology II

Second Semester

Oral Medicine II
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Prosthetics IV
Paediatric Dentistry II
Oral Surgery II

Fifth Year

First Semester

Health Research and Literature
Integrated Dental Care for Adults I
Integrated Paediatric Dental Care
Elective

Second Semester

Integrate Dental Care for Adults II
Dentistry for Special Patients
Elective
External Placement - Practicum
Final Degree Project

 

  Learning Outcomes

Knowledge or contents

  • RA01-That students have demonstrated knowledge and understanding in a field of study that builds upon general secondary education and is typically at a level that, while supported by advanced textbooks, also includes some aspects involving knowledge from the forefront of their field of study. (CB-01)
  • RA02-Know the essential elements of the dental profession, including ethical principles and legal responsibilities. (CG-01)
  • RA03-Understand the importance of ethical principles and legal responsibilities for the benefit of the patient, society and the profession, with special attention to professional secrecy. (CG-02)
  • RA04-Understand and recognize the social and psychological aspects relevant to the treatment of patients. (CG-04)
  • RA05-Understand the importance of developing a professional practice with respect for the patient's autonomy, beliefs and culture. (CG-06)
  • RA06-To know and identify the psychological and physical problems derived from gender-based violence in order to train students in the prevention, early detection, assistance, and rehabilitation of victims of this form of violence. (CG-10)
  • RA07-Understand the basic biomedical sciences on which Dentistry is based to ensure proper dental care. (CG-11)
  • RA08-Understand and recognize the normal structure and function of the stomatognathic system, at the molecular, cellular, tissue, and organ levels, in different stages of life. (CG-12)
  • RA09-Understand and recognize the sciences of biomaterials essential for dental practice as well as the immediate management of possible allergies to them. (CG-13)
  • RA10-Know about the general processes of the disease, including infection, inflammation, immune system alterations, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic alterations and genetic disorders. (CG-14)
  • RA11-Be familiar with the general pathological features of diseases and disorders that affect organ systems, specifically those that have oral impacts. (CG-15)
  • RA12-Understand the fundamentals of action, indications, and efficacy of drugs and other therapeutic interventions, knowing their contraindications, interactions, systemic effects, and interactions on other organs, based on the available scientific evidence. ( CG-16)
  • RA13-Understand and recognize the principles of ergonomics and safety at work (including cross-infection control, radiation protection, and occupational and biological diseases). (CG-17)
  • RA14-Know and critically evaluate the sources of clinical and biomedical information. (CG-18)
  • RA15-To know the basic treatment of the most common oral pathology in patients of all ages and the concept of minimal invasion, in a global and integrated approach to oral treatment. (CG-25)
  • RA16-Recognize the determinants of oral health in the population, both genetic and lifestyle-dependent, demographic, environmental, social, economic, psychological, and cultural. (CG-29)
  • RA17-Recognize the role of the dentist in the prevention and protection of oral diseases, as well as in the maintenance and promotion of health, both at the individual and community level. (CG-30)
  • RA18-Know the National Health System, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, clinical management and proper use of health resources, understanding the importance of the role of the dentist in the field of Primary Health Care. (CG-31)
  • RA19-Know the appropriate contents of the following biomedical sciences for proper dental care: Embryology, anatomy, histology, and physiology of the human body. (CE-I.1)
  • RA20-Know the appropriate contents of the following biomedical sciences for proper dental care: Genetics, Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology. (CE-I.2)
  • RA21-Know the appropriate contents of the following biomedical sciences for proper dental care: Microbiology and Immunology (CE-I.3)
  • RA22-Know the morphology and function of the stomatognathic system, including appropriate contents of embryology, anatomy, histology, and specific physiology. (CE-I.4)
  • RA23-Know the scientific method and have a critical capacity to assess established knowledge and new information. (CE-II.1)
  • RA24-Know the scientific principles of sterilization, disinfection and antisepsis necessary to prevent cross-infections in dental practice. (CE-II.2)
  • RA25-Know the danger of ionizing radiation and its effects on biological tissues, along with the legislation that regulates its use. Manage oral diagnostic facilities. (CE-II.3)
  • RA26-Know clinical and laboratory diagnostic procedures and tests, know their reliability and diagnostic validity, and be competent in interpreting their results. (CE-II.5)
  • RA27-Know the behavioral and communication sciences that facilitate dental practice. (CE-II.8)
  • RA28-Know dental biomaterials: their handling, properties, indications, allergies, biocompatibility, toxicity, waste disposal and environmental impact. (CE-II.10)
  • RA29-Know the basic equipment and instrumentation for dental practice. (CE-II.11)
  • RA30-Know the effects of tobacco on oral health and participate in measures that help patients who want to quit smoking. Likewise, to understand the complex interactions between environmental, social and behavioural factors with oral and general health. (CE-II.15)
  • RA31-Know the procedures for diagnosing oral health in the community and know how to interpret the results. (CE-II.16)
  • RA32-Understand the impact of demographic and epidemiological trends on the practice of dentistry. (CE-II.17)
  • RA33-To know the organization and provision of oral health care in the community, both private and public, as well as general health care and the role of the dentist in these areas. (CE-II.18)
  • RA34-To know the ethical-deontological legislative and administrative precepts that regulate the dental profession and their application in management, clinical practice and research, as well as to know the organization, competencies and functions of professional corporations. Fill in all types of documents and medico-legal records. (CE-II.20)
  • RA35-Understand the role of the dentist within the health professions and work with other healthcare professionals and other members of the dental team. (CE-II.21)
  • RA36-Recognize that the patient is the center of care and that all interactions, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment planning and execution, and maintenance, must be in the patient's best interest, avoiding any type of discrimination and respecting confidentiality. (CE-II.22)
  • RA37-Know the most important ways of presenting the results of research and its rules. (CE-II.24)
  • RA38-Know the main indexes, bibliographic repertoires and scientific knowledge bases in health. (CE-II.25)
  • RA39-Know the fundamental designs in clinical research. (CE-II.26)
  • RA40-Know the computer resources and the main application software in Dentistry. (CE-II.27)
  • RA41-Know the resources, organization, planning, and management of a dental office. (CE-II.28)
  • RA42-Know the general processes of disease, healing, and repair, including infection, inflammation, bleeding and clotting, scarring, trauma and immune system disorders, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic disorders, and genetic disorders. (CE-III.1)
  • RA43-To know the general pathological characteristics of diseases and disorders that affect the organ systems. (EC-III.2)
  • RA44-To know the oral manifestations of systemic diseases. (CE-III.3)
  • RA45-To know general and clinical pharmacology in dental practice. (CE-III.4)
  • RA46-To know the pharmacological bases of the different anesthetic techniques, both local and general, as well as the role of sedation and general anesthesia in the management of the dental patient. (CE-III.5)
  • RA47-Know and manage the most frequent emergencies and medical emergencies in dental practice and in basic cardiorespiratory resuscitation techniques. (CE-III.6)
  • RA48-Have appropriate knowledge of human nutrition, in particular, the relationship of nutritional habits and diet with the maintenance of health and the prevention of oral diseases. (CE-III.7)
  • RA49-To know the general foundations of radiological protection in Dentistry and the legislation that regulates the use of X-ray equipment for medical diagnostic purposes, with special attention to dental radiodiagnostic devices. (CCF-2)
  • RA50-Know the measures for the prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of painful disorders of the orofacial area. (CCF-3)
  • RA51-Analyze vital signs and learn about the main medical emergencies that may develop in the dental office. (CCF-4)

Skills or abilities

  • RA52-That students can transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions to both a specialized and non-specialized audience. (CB-04)
  • RA53-Identify the patient's concerns and expectations, as well as communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, with patients, family members, the media, and other professionals. (CG-03)
  • RA54-To apply the principles of anxiety and stress management to oneself, patients and other members of the dental team. (CG-05)
  • RA55-Know how to share information with other healthcare professionals and work as a team. (CG-08)
  • RA56-Maintain and use records with patient information for later analysis, preserving the confidentiality of the data. (CG-09)
  • RA57-Know how to use clinical and biomedical information sources to obtain, organize, interpret and communicate scientific and health information (CG-18 bis)
  • RA58-Obtain and prepare a medical history that contains all relevant information. (CG-20)
  • RA59-Know how to perform a complete oral examination, including the appropriate radiographic and complementary examination tests, as well as obtaining adequate clinical references. (CG-21)
  • RA60-Have the ability to make an initial diagnostic judgment and establish a reasoned diagnostic strategy, being competent in the recognition of situations that require urgent dental care. (CG-22)
  • RA61-Establish the diagnosis, prognosis and adequate therapeutic planning in all clinical areas of Dentistry, being competent in the diagnosis, prognosis and development of the dental treatment plan of the patient who requires special care, including medically compromised patients (such as diabetics, hypertensive, immunosuppressed, anticoagulated, among others) and patients with disabilities. (CG-23)
  • RA62-Recognize life-threatening situations and know how to perform basic life support maneuvers. (CG-24)
  • RA63-To apply the basic treatment of the most common oral pathology in patients of all ages. Therapeutic procedures should be based on the concept of minimal invasion and a comprehensive and integrated approach to oral treatment. (CG-25 bis)
  • RA64-To know how to plan and carry out multidisciplinary, sequential and integrated dental treatments of limited complexity in patients of all ages and conditions and patients who require special care. (CG-26)
  • RA65-Propose and propose the appropriate preventive measures for each clinical situation. (CG-27)
  • RA66-Gain clinical experience under appropriate supervision. (CG-28)
  • RA67-Perform the X-rays necessary in dental practice, interpret the images obtained and learn about other relevant diagnostic imaging techniques. (CE-II.4)
  • RA68-Recognize normality and oral pathology, as well as the evaluation of semiological data. (CE-II.6)
  • RA69-Identify the main reason for consultation and the history of the current disease. Prepare a general medical history of the patient and a clinical file that faithfully reflects the patient's records. (CE-II.7)
  • RA70-Handle, discriminate and select the appropriate materials and instruments in dentistry. (CE-II.9)
  • RA71-Handle the basic equipment and instrumentation for dental practice. (CE-II.11 bis)
  • RA72-Apply the principles of ergonomics in dental work, both individually and within the work team when appropriate, as well as in the principles of occupational risk prevention associated with dental practice. (CE-II.12)
  • RA73-Provide a comprehensive approach to oral care and apply the principles of health promotion and prevention of oral and dental diseases. (CE-II.13)
  • RA74-To educate and motivate patients in the prevention of oral diseases, to control pathogenic oral habits, to instruct them on correct oral hygiene, on dietary and nutritional measures and, in short, on all methods of maintaining oral health. (CE-II.14)
  • RA75-Develop and implement oral health programs and learn about the inter-institutional and inter-professional coordination necessary for their implementation. (CE-II.19)
  • RA76-Identify signs and attitudes that suggest the possible existence of abuse. (CE-II.23)
  • RA77-To perform basic treatments of oral and dental pathology in patients of all ages. Therapeutic procedures should be based on the concept of minimal invasion and a comprehensive and integrated approach to oral treatment. (EC-IV.1)
  • RA78-Diagnose, plan and carry out, in general, a multidisciplinary, sequential and integrated treatment of limited complexity in patients of all ages and conditions and in patients with special needs (diabetics, hypertensive, oncological, transplanted, immunosuppressed, anticoagulated, among others) or disabled. (EC-IV.2)
  • RA79-Diagnose and develop an adequate therapeutic plan in orofacial pain, temporomandibular disorders, bruxism and other parafunctional habits; dental and periapical pathology; oral and dental trauma; periodontal and peri-implant tissue pathology; bone pathology of the jaws, oral soft tissues and adjoining glands; states of partial or total edentation and in the planning of their rehabilitation treatment by means of dento and mucosal prostheses, or by dental implants, dental malpositions and/or malocclusions and other anatomical or functional alterations of the face or the stomatognathic system and their possible orthodontic, orthopedic or surgical corrections. (CE-IV.2.1.)
  • RA80-Acquire training to make diagnoses and treatment plans (CE-IV.3)
  • RA81-Take and interpret x-rays and other image-based procedures relevant to dental dentistry. (CE-IV.3.1)
  • RA82-Perform diagnostic models, assemble them and take interocclusal records. (EC-IV.3.2)
  • RA83-Determine and identify the patient's aesthetic requirements and the possibilities of satisfying their concerns. (CE-IV.3.3)
  • RA84-Identify the patient who requires special care, recognizing their characteristics and peculiarities. (CE-IV.3.4)
  • RA85-Knowing how to adapt dental care to patients with different types of mental disorders: autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, neurodegenerative disorders, Rett syndrome, Tourette's disorder, etc. (CE-IV.3.5)
  • RA86-Perform limited procedures of invasive diagnostic techniques on soft tissues (biopsies). (CE-IV.3.6)
  • RA87-Acquire training to establish appropriate treatments. (EC-IV.4)
  • RA88-Appropriate prescription of drugs, knowing their contraindications, interactions, systemic effects and repercussions on other organs. (CE-IV.4.1)
  • RA89-Apply locoregional anesthesia techniques. (CE-IV.4.2)
  • RA90-Prepare and isolate the operating field. (CE-IV.4.3)
  • RA91-Identify, assess and attend to emergencies and medical emergencies that may arise during clinical practice and apply cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques; manage acute infections, including pharmacological prescription and simple surgical aspects. (CE-IV.4.4)
  • RA92-Identify and attend to any dental emergency. (EC-IV.4.5)
  • RA93-Perform both medical and surgical treatment of common oral soft tissue diseases. (CE-IV.4.6)
  • RA94-Perform simple surgical procedures: extraction of erupted temporary and permanent teeth, fractured or impacted roots and uncomplicated surgical extraction of unerupted teeth and simple pre-prosthetic surgery procedures. (EC-IV.4.7)
  • RA95-Treat dentoalveolar trauma in temporary and permanent dentitions. (CE-IV.4.8)
  • RA96-Treat both pharmacologically and surgically the inflammatory processes of periodontal and/or peri-implant tissues, including supra and subgingival periodontal instrumentation techniques. (CE-IV.4.9)
  • RA97-Assess and treat patients with caries or other non-carious dental pathologies and be able to use all materials aimed at restoring the shape, function and aesthetics of the tooth in patients of all ages. (CE-IV.4.10)
  • RA98-Design, prepare teeth, prescribe, record, perform clinical tests, and place and commission indirect restorations: inlays, veneers or aesthetic laminate fronts, and single crowns. (CE-IV.4.11)
  • RA99-Operationally treat destructive processes and traumatic injuries to the alveolar. (CE-IV.4.12)
  • RA100-Perform endodontic treatments and apply procedures to preserve pulp vitality. (CE-IV.4.13)
  • RA101-Perform conventional aesthetic procedures from a multidisciplinary perspective. (CE-IV.4.14)
  • RA102-To treat both partial and total edentulism, including biological design (specific design features), tooth preparation, record collection, clinical testing and patient adaptation of partial and complete removable dentures, single dento-supported bridges and simple implant prostheses, both removable and fixed, including their "placement" and "commissioning". (CE-IV.4.15)
  • RA103-To prepare the prescriptions for custom-made medical devices "dental prostheses" and "orthodontic and orthopedic appliances in the face". (CE-IV.4.16)
  • RA104-Perform non-surgical treatment of temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain. (CE-IV.4.17)
  • RA105-Perform oral and dental treatment of child patients and recognize their characteristics and peculiarities. (CE-IV.4.18)
  • RA106-Identify and correct oral habits likely to cause or exacerbate malocclusions (CE-IV.4.19)
  • RA107-Plan, determine the specific characteristics of design, registrations, prescription, clinical tests, placement and clinical adjustment for commissioning of fixed and removable space maintainers and interceptive orthodontic techniques as well as removable active elements intended to displace teeth or correct crossbites. (CE-IV.4.20)
  • RA108-Pre-professional internships, in the form of a clinical dental rotation and with a final evaluation of competencies, which allow the incorporation of professional values, care communication skills, clinical reasoning, clinical management and critical judgment. They must include the student's clinical work on patients of all ages and conditions, in an integrated manner and under appropriate supervision. (CE-V.1)

Competences

  • RA109-Students must be able to apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional way and possess the competencies that are usually demonstrated through the elaboration and defense of arguments and the resolution of problems within their area of study. (CB-02)
  • RA110-Students should have the ability to gather and interpret relevant data (usually within their area of study) to make judgments that include reflection on relevant social, scientific, or ethical issues. (CB-03)
  • RA111-That students have developed the learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy. (CB-05)
  • RA112-Learn autonomously new knowledge and techniques, as well as motivation for quality. (CG-07)
  • RA113-Knowledge of the scientific method and have a critical capacity to assess established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information for problem solving, following the scientific method. (CG-19)
  • RA114-Understand that any professional activity must be carried out with respect for fundamental rights, the promotion of equality between women and men, the principle of universal accessibility and design for all people and environmental protection and in accordance with the values of a culture of peace and democratic values. (CT1)
  • RA115-Final degree project: Transversal subject whose work will be carried out associated with different subjects. (CE-V.2)
  • RA116-Develop oral and written communication in English in the area of Dentistry. (CCF-1)
  • RA117-Support equity, freedom, tolerance and respect for diversity, universal accessibility, social inclusion, justice, peace, participation, gender equality, treatment and non-discrimination; and respect the needs and rights of present and future generations, as well as other species, and nature itself.
  • RA118-Understand how elements interact within and between systems from a systems perspective; as well as questioning the status quo, from a critical thinking perspective and contextualizing socio-environmental problems in spatial, temporal, and glocal terms in order to identify approaches that allow preventing and anticipating problems, as well as mitigating and adapting to those already generated.
  • RA119-Identify the necessary steps for sustainable futures and manage transitions in the face of uncertainty and risk; creating and experimenting with innovative proposals, from an inter- and transdisciplinary approach.
  • RA120-Identify political responsibility and demand accountability for unsustainable behavior, from personal and professional conduct, as well as demand effective policies for sustainability.