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Tooth Morphology & Occlusion 1
Tooth Morphology & Occlusion 1
Module
National Code
State Code
97234
97234
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
51
Description
To provide:
- cells, tissues and systems of the body, in regard to their
structure, function and inter-relationships.
- the intra- and inter-arch relationships of maxillary and
mandibular teeth.
- deciduous teeth, mixed dentition, and classes of
occlusion, with variations of mal-occlusion.
- histology and embryology of forming and erupted teeth.
- the physiological nature of dental decay, and its
consequences, in relation to prosthetic dentistry.
- the superficial pathological states, which may be
encountered in dentistry.
To enable students to:
- describe the tissues, and components, of systems,
associated with the oral cavity and its environs.
- describe the morphology of individual permanent teeth, in
detail.
- demonstrate, in subsequent practical work, an
understanding of temporamandibular articulation and occlusion, which is
encountered in the construction of dental prosthesis.
- cells, tissues and systems of the body, in regard to their
structure, function and inter-relationships.
- the intra- and inter-arch relationships of maxillary and
mandibular teeth.
- deciduous teeth, mixed dentition, and classes of
occlusion, with variations of mal-occlusion.
- histology and embryology of forming and erupted teeth.
- the physiological nature of dental decay, and its
consequences, in relation to prosthetic dentistry.
- the superficial pathological states, which may be
encountered in dentistry.
To enable students to:
- describe the tissues, and components, of systems,
associated with the oral cavity and its environs.
- describe the morphology of individual permanent teeth, in
detail.
- demonstrate, in subsequent practical work, an
understanding of temporamandibular articulation and occlusion, which is
encountered in the construction of dental prosthesis.
General notes
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
Practical exercises 40%
One three-hour examination 60%
Practical exercises 40%
One three-hour examination 60%
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3636 | Dental Technician | Accredited course |