ECTS credits ECTS credits: 12
ECTS Hours Rules/Memories Hours of tutorials: 2 Expository Class: 55 Interactive Classroom: 65 EEES Clinics: 54 Total: 176
Use languages Spanish, Galician
Type: Ordinary Degree Subject RD 1393/2007 - 822/2021
Departments: Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialities
Areas: Stomatology
Center Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
Call: Annual
Teaching: With teaching
Enrolment: Enrollable
With regard to the student COGNITIVE LEVEL MUST BE ABLE TO:
1 -. PROVE have adequate knowledge of the epidemiology, etiology and pathogenic mechanisms of anomalies, lesions and diseases affecting the oral mucosa, jaws and salivary glands, as well as orofacial neuromuscular pathology.
2 -. PROVE know the clinical manifestations of these processes and supporting procedures to enable it to reach a diagnosis.
3 -. ASSOCIATE such knowledge to specific situations that derive from clinical practice to establish a diagnosis.
4 -. FORMULAR individual prognosis, diagnosis under performing, or of a condition that the patient presents.
5 -. APPLY the most appropriate medical treatment for the condition, based on the established diagnosis and determine the monitoring of the patient.
. 7 - show understanding oral manifestations of systemic processes.
Within the student PSYCHOMOTOR FIELD TO BE ABLE TO:
1 -. PREPARE a complete medical history and systematized.
2 -. HOLDING complete dental examination, paying particular attention to the examination of the oral mucosa, salivary glands, jaw bones and temporomandibular joint and neuromuscular and neck exploration.
. 3 - PRACTICE the most common techniques to obtain additional information for diagnosis in Oral Medicine: Oral radiology techniques, biopsy of oral mucosa and minor salivary glands, saliva collection and sampling for microbiological study.
4 -. ADOPT in odontostomatological prática hygiene and preventive measures to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.
Finally, in the FIELD OF ATTITUDES, the student must be able to:
1 -. ESTABLISH an appropriate relationship with the patient, based on the development of receptivity and capacity to respond to situations and considering it raises at all times on an individual basis.
2 -. ADOPT a scientific and critical approach to problems.
. 3 - COLLABORATE with teachers and fellow students in the development of programmed activities.
UNIT I. MEDICAL HISTORY AND EXPLORATION.
Concept of Oral Medicine
Overall clinical history and systematic examination of the patient. Medical history in stomatology. Technical examination of the oral cavity.
UNIT II. PATHOLOGY OF THE ORAL MUCOSA
Morfofuncional remember: structure, histology and physiology of the oral mucosa.
Basic lesions of the oral mucosa: macroscopic and microscopic.
Traumatic and iatrogenic lesions of the oral mucosa: mechanical, physical and chemical.
Bacterial diseases of the oral mucosa
Diseases of the oral mucosa caused by fungi: candidiasis and other mycoses
Viral diseases of the oral cavity
Exophytic benign lesions of the oral cavity.
Dyschromias or pigmentations of oral mucosa: Classification and Differential Diagnosis
Recurrent aphthous stomatitis. Aphthous syndromes
Oral lichen planus.
Vesicular bullous lesions: Pemphigus vulgaris, benign mucous membrane pemphigoid, erythema multiforme. Other injuries vesiculobullous
Collagen diseases. Collagen diseases with oral repercussion.
Oral precancer. Leukoplakia and Erythroplasia
Oral cancer
UNIT III. REGIONAL PATHOLOGY
Pathology of lips: Cheilitis and Macroqueilitis
Pathology of the tongue and floor of the mouth
UNIT IV. PATHOLOGY OF THE JAW
Lesioes differential diagnosis of radiolucent and radiopaque jaws
UNIT V. SALIVARY GLANDS PATHOLOGY
Morphofunctional structure of the salivary glands. Exploration techniques of the salivary glands
Alterations of the glandular secretion.
Sialoadenitis and Sialolithiasis
Sialoadenitis. Sjögren's syndrome. Other sialoadenitis
Cysts and tumors of the salivary glands
UNIT VI.- NEUROLOGICAL PATHOLOGY OROFACIAL
Orofacial pain
Paralysis and other orofacial neuropathies
Halitosis
VII.-IMPACT UNIT ORAL SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY
Oral impact of metabolic diseases.
Oral impact of endodrinopatías.
Hematologic diseases: Disorders of the red and white series. Alterations of hemostasis.
Cardiovascular disease
Oral impact of aging.
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. Oral manifestations: Diagnosis and treatment.
Basic Bibliography
- Ceballos, A; Bullón, P; Gándara, JM; Chimenos, E; Blanco, A; Martínez-Sahuquillo, A: García, A. Medicina Bucal Práctica. Ed. Danú. Santiago de Compostela. 2000.
- Sapp JP, Eversole LR, Wysocki GP. Patología Oral y Maxilofacial contemporánea. 2ª ed. Madrid. Ed. Elsevier España. 2005
- Bermejo, A. Medicina Bucal. Vol I. Enfermedades mucocutánes y de las glándulas salivales. Vol II. Enfermedades óseas y desórdenes témporo mandibulares. Dolor orofacial y manifestaciones orales de enfermedades sistémicas.Madrid. Ed. Síntesis. 1998.
-Bagan JV. Medicina Buacl. Edit. MEDICINA ORAL, S.L.VALENCIA 2021.
-Bagan JV, Jimenez Y. Fisiopatologia de las gándulas salivales . Edit Medicina Oral, S.L. Valencia 2010
Complementary bibliography
-Updated articles and documents recommended specifically by teachers
Knowledge:
Con34.-Perform basic treatments for oral-dental pathology in patients of all ages. Therapeutic procedures should be based on the concept of minimal invasion and a global and integrated approach to oral treatment.
Con36.-Take and interpret radiographs and other image-based procedures relevant to dental practice.
Con39.-Identify the patient who requires special care, recognizing their characteristics and peculiarities.
Con40.-Assess the motor and sensory function of the mouth, jaws and adnexa.
Con41.-Perform limited procedures of invasive diagnostic techniques in soft tissues (biopsies).
Con42.-Appropriate prescription of drugs, knowing their contraindications, interactions, systemic effects and repercussions on other organs.
Con43.-Apply loco-regional anesthesia techniques.
Con44.-Prepare and isolate the operating field.
Con45.-Identify, assess and attend to medical emergencies and emergencies that may arise during clinical practice and apply cardio-pulmonary resuscitation techniques.
Con46.-Manage acute infections, including pharmacological prescription and simple surgical aspects.
Con48.-Perform both medical and surgical treatment of common oral soft tissue diseases.
Con59.-Perform non-surgical treatment of temporo-mandibular disorders and oro-facial pain.
Competencies:
Comp01.-Capacity for analysis and synthesis.
Comp02.-Ability to organize and plan.
Comp03.-Oral and written communication in their own language.
Comp04.-Knowledge of a second language.
Comp05.-Basic computer skills.
Comp06.-Information management skills (ability to search and analyze information from diverse sources).
Comp07.-Problem resolution.
Comp08.-Decision making.
Interpersonal skills:
Comp09.-Critical and self-critical capacity.
Comp10.-Teamwork.
Comp11.-Interpersonal skills.
Comp12.-Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
Comp13.-Ability to communicate with experts from other areas.
Comp14.-Appreciation of diversity and multiculturalism.
Comp15.-Ability to work in an international context.
Comp16.-Ethical commitment.
Systemic competencies:
Comp17.-Ability to apply knowledge in practice.
Comp18.-Research skills.
Comp19.-Autonomous learning capacity
Comp20.-Capacity for adapting to new situations.
Comp21.-Ability to generate new ideas (creativity).
Comp22.-Leadership.
Comp23.-Knowledge of cultures and customs of other countries.
Comp24.-Ability to work autonomously.
Comp25.-Design and project management.
Comp26.-Initiative and entrepreneurial spirit.
Comp27.-Concern for quality.
Comp28.-Achievement motivation.
Skills or abilities:
H/D01.-Know the essential elements of the dental profession, including ethical principles and legal responsibilities
H/D02.-Understand the importance of such principles for the benefit of the patient, society and the profession, with special attention to professional secrecy.
H/D03.-Know how to 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.
H/D04.-Understand and recognize the social and psychological aspects relevant to the treatment of patients.
H/D05.- Know how to apply the principles of anxiety and stress control to oneself, patients and other members of the dental team.
H/D06.-Understand the importance of developing a professional practice with respect to the patient's autonomy, beliefs and culture.
H/D07.-Promote autonomous learning of new knowledge and techniques, as well as motivation for quality.
H/D08.-Know how to share information with other health professionals and work as a team.
H/D09.-Understand the importance of maintaining and using records with patient information for subsequent analysis, preserving the confidentiality of the data.
H/D10.-Know and identify the psychological and physical problems derived from gender violence to train students in prevention, early detection, assistance, and rehabilitation of victims of this form of violence.
H/D11.-Understand the basic biomedical sciences on which Dentistry is based to ensure correct oral-dental care.
H/D12.-Understand and recognize the normal structure and function of the stomatognathic apparatus, at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organic level, in the different stages of life.
H/D13.-Understand and recognize the sciences of biomaterials essential for dental practice as well as the immediate management of possible allergies to them.
H/D14.-Learn about the general processes of the disease, including infection, inflammation, immune system alterations, degeneration, neoplasia, metabolic alterations and genetic disorders.
H/D15.-Be familiar with the general pathological characteristics of diseases and disorders that affect organic systems, specifically those that have an oral impact.
H/D16.-Understand the basis of action, indications and effectiveness of drugs and other therapeutic interventions, knowing their contraindications, interactions, systemic effects and interactions on other organs, based on the available scientific evidence.
H/D17.-Understand and recognize the principles of ergonomics and safety at work (including cross infection control, radiation protection, and occupational and biological diseases).
H/D18.-Know, critically evaluate and know how to use sources of clinical and biomedical information to obtain, organize, interpret and communicate scientific and health information.
H/D19.-Know the scientific method and have the critical capacity to evaluate established knowledge and new information. Be able to formulate hypotheses, collect and critically evaluate information to solve problems, following the scientific method.
H/D20.-Obtain and prepare a medical history that contains all relevant information.
H/D21.-Know how to perform a complete oral examination, including the appropriate radiographic and complementary examination tests, as well as obtaining appropriate clinical references.
H/D22.-Have the ability to make an initial diagnostic judgment and establish a reasoned diagnostic strategy, being competent in recognizing situations that require urgent dental care.
H/D23.-Establish the diagnosis, prognosis and adequate therapeutic planning in all clinical areas of Dentistry, being competent in the diagnosis, prognosis and preparation 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.
H/D24.-Recognize life-threatening situations and know how to perform basic life support maneuvers.
H/D25.-Know and apply the basic treatment of the most common oral-dental pathology in patients of all ages. Therapeutic procedures should be based on the concept of minimal invasion and a global and integrated approach to oral treatment.
H/D26.-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.
H/D27.-Pose and propose preventive measures appropriate to each clinical situation.
H/D28.-Acquire clinical experience under appropriate supervision.
H/D29.-Recognize the determinants of oral health in the population, both genetic and lifestyle-dependent, demographic, environmental, social, economic, psychological and cultural.
H/D30.-Recognize the role of the dentist in prevention and protection actions against oral diseases, as well as in the maintenance and promotion of health, both at the individual and community level.
H/D31.-Know the National Health System, as well as the basic aspects of health legislation, cli nical management and appropriate use of health resources, understanding the importance of the role of the dentist in the field of Primary Health Care.
PRESENTIAL
The theoretical program will be given through master classes.
The seminars will discuss clinical cases adapted to the contents of the program as well as the analysis and solution of problems interactively between students and the teacher.
In laboratory and clinical practices, the knowledge acquired will be applied in a practical way.
In the tutorials the teacher will personally attend to the students to guide them and resolve any doubts they may have. The tutorials will be essentially face-to-face, although they may be carried out electronically
Attendance at 90% of the practical activity and 80% of the theoretical activity is compulsory
Master class
Attendance at conferences or other events
Problem resolution
Classroom presentation (of a project, exercise, etc.)
Case studies
Debate
Seminar
Obradoiro
Laboratory Practices
Field practices
Clinical practices
Simulations
Project based learning
Cartafol / dossier
Service-Learning
Research-based methodology
Design thinking
flipped classroom
Gamification in the classroom
Previous study
Mentored work
Autonomous problem solving
Discussion forums - group work
- Mandatory attendance at 90% of the practical activity and 80% of the theoretical classes to pass the subject.
- Continuous evaluation: Participation and the acquisition of knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to obtain the expected competencies throughout the course will be evaluated, both in face-to-face and personal work. It will correspond to 25% of the final grade.
-2 written tests of short questions (at the end of each semester). To pass each one, a grade of 6.5 out of 10 will be required. It will correspond to 70% of the final grade.
-Practical exam through the presentation of clinical cases for students who have not passed the practical part of the subject or if it is considered necessary for different reasons.
-Participation in Aps project 5%
Individual study 100 h
Preparation of reports of practice 10 hours
Build Job 30 h
Further reading, library or similar activities 20 h
Attendance at lectures, or other recommended activities 20 h
General binding rules.
- Patients will be addressed under the SUPERVISION OF PROFESSOR OF PRACTICE.
- You must attend the patient with the RIGHT PROTECTION by the student, ie, clean gown, mask and disposable gloves, being highly recommended the use of goggles.
- The internship starting TIMELINESS: once initiated can not be incorporated into any student them.
- You can not make practices who do not follow the correct rules STERILIZATION and is not in possession of INSTRUMENTAL.
TUTORIALS: - 12 hours on Monday and Thursday 9 will be made. For better organization and use, it is advisable to arrange an appointment in advance.
Andres Blanco Carrion
Coordinador/a- Department
- Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialities
- Area
- Stomatology
- andres.blanco [at] usc.es
- Category
- Professor: University Lecturer
Jose Manuel Somoza Martin
- Department
- Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialities
- Area
- Stomatology
- jmanuel.somoza [at] usc.es
- Category
- Professor: LOU (Organic Law for Universities) Associate University Professor
Mario Pérez-Sayáns García
- Department
- Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialities
- Area
- Stomatology
- mario.perez [at] usc.es
- Category
- Professor: University Lecturer
Pilar Gandara Vila
- Department
- Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialities
- Area
- Stomatology
- Phone
- 881812357
- pilar.gandara [at] usc.es
- Category
- Professor: Temporary PhD professor
| Monday | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00-10:00 | Grupo /CLE_01 | Spanish | Dentistry-Classroom 3 |
| Thursday | |||
| 10:00-11:00 | Grupo /CLE_01 | Spanish | Dentistry-Classroom 3 |
| 05.26.2025 09:00-11:00 | Grupo /CLE_01 | Dentistry-A. Suárez Nuñez |
| 05.26.2025 09:00-11:00 | Grupo /CLE_01 | Dentistry-Classroom 3 |
| 07.07.2025 09:30-11:30 | Grupo /CLE_01 | Dentistry-A. Suárez Nuñez |