DENTAL ANESTHESIA
- Course
- DENT306 - DENTAL ANESTHESIA
- Department
- Faculty of Dentistry
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 2
- ECTS
- 2
- T+P+L
- 2 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- -
- Prerequisite
- -
Course Description
The aim of the course is to teach anestesia equipments, local anesthetic drugs, dental anesthesia methods, local and systemic complications of dental anesthesia. Student understands definition of anestesia and area of usage, learning about related cranial nerves and anatomic structures. Learns general rules and points to take into consideration while performing dental anestesia. Have knowledge about dental anestesia equipments. Learns local anesthetic drugs and the impression mechanism of the local anesthetics. Identifies vasoconstructors. Determines dental anesthesia methods which are administrated on maxillary and mandibular region. Explains local and systemic complications during and after dental anesthesia administration. Have knowledge of premedication, sedation and general anestesia. Describes drugs of premedication and sedation.
DENTAL ANESTHESIA
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| MIDTERM | Midterm | 40 |
| FINAL | Final | 60 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
No course outcomes have been defined yet.
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to anesthesia and nerve physiology |
| Week 2 | Nervus trigeminus |
| Week 3 | Nervus trigeminus |
| Week 4 | local anesthetics |
| Week 5 | Local anesthesia indications and contraindications |
| Week 6 | Intraoral local anesthesia applications |
| Week 7 | Subcutaneous/submucosal injection |
| Week 8 | MID-TERM EXAMINATIONS |
| Week 9 | MID-TERM EXAMINATIONS |
| Week 10 | Complications of local anesthesia in dentistry |
| Week 11 | Complications of local anesthesia in dentistry .Allergic and toxic reactions |
| Week 12 | Anaphylaxis, Measurement and evaluation of vital signs (body temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure) |
| Week 13 | Ability to remove the foreign body in the airway with the appropriate maneuver |
| Week 14 | Conscious sedation |
| Week 15 | FINAL EXAMS |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Stanley F. Malamed-Handbook of local anesthesia 2020
- 02 Monheim’s Local Anesthesia and Pain Control in Dental Practice
- 03 "Local Anesthesia and Extractions for Dental Students. DentoMedia"
Learning Outcomes
- Defines local anesthesia SOLO 2
- Demonstrates how to apply local anesthesia SOLO 4
- Defines the nervous system SOLO 2
- Applies mandibular injections SOLO 3
Program Outcomes
- P01 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to describe the human body systems and functions and relations to the dentofacial system, recognize pathological conditions, list the preventive measures and express clearly their necessity and importance and act as competent, creative, and ethical practitioners who communicate effectively and view the human organism as an integrated whole.
- P02 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to specialize in the main branches of dentistry, apply ethical and legal standards in research, design and implement scientific projects, and engage in lifelong professional development to contribute to contemporary dentistry.
- P03 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to explain the etiology and pathogenesis of oral and dental diseases, perform accurate and differential diagnoses, and apply preventive and therapeutic approaches in accordance with national and international standards.
- P04 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to effectively use science and technology in dental practice, operate dental equipment and materials safely, apply aseptic and antiseptic principles, and manage anesthesia procedures and possible complications.
- P05 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to follow current scientific literature, principles of evidence-based dentistry, critically interpret new information, continuously update their theoretical and practical knowledge, and apply evidence-based knowledge to clinical practice, maintain a lifelong commitment to professional growth and learning while embracing lifelong learning.
- P06 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to efficiently use dental technical instruments and materials for accurate diagnosis and treatment, identify rules of operation and management while maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.
- P07 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to critically evaluate and integrate knowledge from various health disciplines, analyze patient data, and perform comprehensive differential diagnoses through interdisciplinary collaboration.
- P08 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to design and implement scientific research projects, collect and manage patient data accurately, analyze findings objectively, and contribute to scientific advancement in dentistry.
- P09 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to demonstrate responsibility and problem-solving skills by diagnosing, differentiating, and developing appropriate treatment plans for various oral, periodontal, and maxillofacial conditions.
- P10 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to communicate effectively and empathetically with patients, offer and implement the best treatment options, and adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities during dental practice.
- P11 The students graduating from the program of dentistry will be able to promote preventive oral health care, uphold ethical and social responsibility, and contribute to community well-being through leadership, education, and public engagement.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | P01 | P02 | P03 | P04 | P05 | P06 | P07 | P08 | P09 | P10 | P11 | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4.36 | |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 4.18 | |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4.36 | |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4.55 |