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Subject 'Partial dentures (bygels) II'

Name in Estonian: Partsiaal- ehk büügelproteesid II

Year:   2014/2015    2015/2016    2016/2017    2017/2018    2018/2019    

State code2DR213PBP-2
Study languageEstonian
ChairChair of Dental Technology
Credit points 5 ECTS
Grading method Distinctive (letters)

Aim

Student learns to know and use elements of partial dentures, is able to construct and remodel partial dentures.
Student acquires the technological skills of making partial dentures through practical assignments.

Study outcome

After passing the subject, student:
1. Knows and uses terminology related to partial dentures;
2. Knows and recognises the classifications of dental arch defects and casted framework partial dentures, indications and contraindications to prosthetic dentistry, different stages of making dentures;
3. Considers the principles of function, occlusion and aesthetics when making partial dentures;
4. Knows and is able to use parallelometer and is able to conduct parallelometer analysis for making partial dentures;
5. Knows and is familiar with the requirements for partial dentures: measurements, location, aesthetics, functionality, hygiene;
6. Knows and is familiar with the laboratory stages of manufacturing partial dentures; recognises the elements of partial dentures and is able to manufacture casted framework partial dentures;
7. Is able to remodel the base of partial dentures made of non-precious metals with the aid of suitable materials and equipment;
8. Is able to make partial denture bases of wax and polymerising acrylic, is able to place artificial teeth on partial dentures;
9. Is able to perform final finishing on partial dentures.

Is taught in following curricula

2016: HT  
2015: HT  
2014: HT  
2013: HT  
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