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Subject 'Material studies I'

Name in Estonian: Materjaliõpetus I

Year:   2017/2018    2018/2019    2019/2020    2020/2021    2021/2022    

State code2MVA13MO-1
Study languageEstonian
ChairChair of Dental Technology
Credit points 3 ECTS
Grading method Distinctive (letters)

Aim

Students are introduced with the historical develop
ment of materials used in dental technology. Student gets to know the technologies of preparing materials used to produce dental prostheses, their composition, structure and
advantages as well as disadvantages, mutual suitability and classification of materials used.

Study outcome

Having passed the subject, the student:
1.uses correct terminology of the field;
2.knows the history of the materials used in dental technology, their physical and mechanical properties and methods or determination;
3.knows different types of gypsum (natural, synthetic) and is familiar with the classes of gypsum;
4.differentiates between different types of acrylics,
is familiar with the chemical processes involved when handling acrylics and technical requirements;
5.knows and recognizes the composition and types of wax, impression materials, abrasive materials, polishing materials
and isolating agents;
6.is familiar with the effect of desinfection agents
on different dental technology materials.

Is taught in following curricula

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