MCD8009 : The Academic Basis of Fixed Prosthodontics
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Professor Giles McCracken
- Owning School: Dental Sciences
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
The aim of this module is for students to engage with and demonstrate understanding and knowledge of the literature and evidence base, underpinning the provision of fixed prosthodontic clinical care of patients.
Outline Of Syllabus
This module considers the following areas through directed self-study, interactive seminars and reflective practice:
• Introduction to the fundamentals of fixed prosthodontics
• Tooth supported fixed prosthodontics
• Implant supported fixed prosthodontics
• The evidence base supporting the materials used in fixed prosthodontics including biocompatibility
• The evidence base supporting understanding of relationships between fixed prosthodontics and the oral environment
• The evidence base supporting the design criteria for fixed prosthodontics
• The interface between fixed prosthodontics, the dental technician and dental laboratory
• The interface between fixed prosthodontics and endodontics
• The interface between fixed prosthodontics and Periodontics
• The interface between fixed prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 50:00 | 50:00 | Preparatory work for examinations |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured research and reading activities | 30 | 1:30 | 45:00 | Preparatory work before small group teaching activities. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 30 | 1:00 | 30:00 | PiP:30 seminars or case-based discussions |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 75:00 | 75:00 | Supported by online discussion forum. |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Seminars and clinical case-based discussions will normally comprise of short presentations and/or small group discussions to draw on students’ understanding and own experiences as clinicians covering key themes underpinning delivery of the fixed prosthodontic management of patients. This will specifically address the following outcomes: IKOs 1-3
Methods of assessing the clinical needs of patients will also be discussed and links made to desired clinical outcomes, design of treatment strategies, treatment planning and the management of patients. This will address the following outcomes: ISOs 1-4
Students will undertake independent study, which will involve reading, application of the knowledge and skills in their clinical practice and by engaging in critical reflection. This will consolidate the achievement of the outcomes discussed above.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 60 | 1 | M | 50 | 20 question MCQ format using Inspera Assessment software (PIP) |
| Digital Examination | 60 | 1 | M | 50 | 3 SAQ format using Inspera Assessment software (PIP) |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The learning outcomes are demonstrated by the students' ability to successfully undertake and pass the module assessment that requires them to apply their knowledge and understanding of the academic basis of fixed prosthodontics (skills outcomes), and critically appraise both the literature and their approach to clinical practice within this context (knowledge outcomes). In the examinations candidates will be expected to formulate an opinion to manage a clinical based scenario and support or defend this position through application and critique of the supporting literature of the fixed prosthodontic management of patients. This maps to the module outcomes: IKOs 1-3 and ISOs 1-4.
To pass this module students must obtain a scaled mark of 50% or above for each summative assessment.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MCD8009's Timetable