Dental Therapy

Our module will provide you with an introduction into routine primary care where your theory can be applied to a practical setting. You will learn how to use dental equipment and materials to perform basic practices such as uncomplicated fillings and aliginate impressions of the mouth.

On this module you'll develop the knowledge underpinning the foundational clinical skills. You'll be introduced to the science of dental caries, emphasising how this can be prevented. You'll also look at the theory of cavity preparation, the property and chemistry of dental materials and the concept of professionalism for the dental surgeon.

The aim of this module is for you to gain knowledge in the normal and abnormal development and growth of the oro-facial region. You'll also look at the basic science underpinning oral and systemic disease relevant to clinical dentistry.

This module will introduce you to professional practice in a dental environment. You will be focusing on your communication and learning within a team. You will also be introduced to reflective practice and begin to use and record your own reflections.

This module will prepare you to be able to work in a clinical environment and support patients. You will learn to communicate to patients and write up histories.

You will study our Clinical Knowledge Module alongside our Clinical Skills Module so that you can put your learnt theory into a practical setting. You will develop methodology and study theory of how to act professionally in a dental clinic and apply this to demonstrate your understanding.

Our module will aim to develop your skills to apply an evidenced-based approach to learning, practice, clinical judgement and decision making. You will have an understanding of professionalism within a dental team and your responsibility for minimising health inequalities.

This module aims to build upon existing knowledge to further develop skills required to practice as part of the wider dental team. You'll learn about oral diseases and the role of the Dental Care Professional in the prevention, recognition, and management of them. You'll also gain skills such as managing special care patients, and tooth whitening.

You will learn all the key skills to practice professionalism within the primary care environment of the Dental Education Centre. You can apply your knowledge and evidence-based practice to ensure that you develop your communication skills within a clinical team.

The aim of this module is to develop your clinical skills, including routine restorations, simple periodontal treatment and uncomplicated extractions. This includes a number of simulator courses to widen your clinical skills. You'll also focus on improving your communication skills, including explaining a staged treatment plan to patients and developing skills to manage nervous patients.

This module aims to develop your knowledge of Periodontology, Principles of Surgery, Paediatric Dentistry, and Evidence-Based Dentistry, building on the previous content in the Basic and Applied Clinical Knowledge modules and the skills you gained in Basic and Applied clinical Skills.

This module will further develop your knowledge in dental public health. You will examine the risks along with preventative strategies in dentistry, and you will learn why dentists have responsibilities for dealing with patients with psychological and other mental well-being problems.

This module will enable you to build on your professionalism skills in primary and secondary care environments. You'll develop your communication skills and the skills needed during clinical cases.

This module will enhance your knowledge and skills of caring for patients who are receiving treatment under sedation or general anaesthesia. Furthermore, you will develop your skills to provide evidence-based and effective support for anxious patients.

On this module you'll utilise the skills and knowledge you've developed throughout the programme to produce an extended piece of work on a relevant topic.