Discover Dentistry

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The University of Sheffield

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Discover Dentistry

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What is the course about?

Discover Dentistry

The course Discover Dentistry is an online class provided by The University of Sheffield through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

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An entertaining and illuminating course for everyone to explore the impact dentistry has on our lives.

Course description

Discover the fascinating world of the dental profession and why it matters
6 weeks

Anyone who’s ever had toothache can attest to the vital role dentists play in ensuring good public health. But behind the cliches of the profession lies a rich and relevant history waiting to be discovered.
On this course, you’ll explore the intricacies of dentistry, joining Professor Christopher Stokes from the School of Clinical Dentistry at The University of Sheffield to learn from leading dental experts all about how teeth are fixed.
You’ll learn about the different roles on a dental team, tooth anatomy and disease, and how dentistry differs from country to country, examining the latest in dentistry research.

The public perception of dentistry in modern societies
Definition of dental team roles, including the dentist, nurse, hygienist/therapist, dental technician and practice manager
Key aspects of tooth anatomy, morphology, development and disease
How to carry out dental charting and the systems used in different countries
Dental specialisms, including dental pathology and radiography, paediatric dentistry, endodontics, periodontics and oral surgery
The types and properties of dental materials
Design and manufacture of dental restorations and prostheses and how they have changed over time
Dental public health and the morals and ethics of dental treatment
Exploring the latest research in dentistry at The University of Sheffield

Explore the history of dental treatment.
Identify the roles within the Dental Team and compare (or apply) the UK model to their own experience.
Identify the key features of tooth morphology and dental restorations and how they are recorded in dental records.
Compare the roles of dental specialists, including their training and responsibilities.
Apply knowledge of tooth morphology and dental materials to the process of making dental prostheses.
Evaluate the evidence for or against a dental public health intervention.
Reflect on learning gained throughout the course, including current areas of research, to develop their own research priority, with justification.

This course is for anyone interested in dentistry or science and is designed to be enjoyed without prior knowledge.
It would be especially valuable for dentistry professionals, or anyone thinking of entering the profession.
Due to the highly visual nature of dentistry, a small number of exercises in the course, unfortunately, won’t be accessible to learners with visual impairment.

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Prerequisites & Facts

Discover Dentistry

Course Topic

Biology and Biotechnology, Healthcare & Medicine, Science, Engineering & Maths

University, College, Institution

The University of Sheffield

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Degree & Cost

Discover Dentistry

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / The University of Sheffield you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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