UWA Handbook 2025

Unit Overview

Description

This unit is a continuation of the clinical disciplines that were introduced in 1st Semester in the DENT4212, DENT4213 and DENT4214 Fundamentals of Clinical Dentistry 2 Parts 1, 2 and 3 units. This unit will be taught in conjunction with the DENT4216 Fundamentals of Clinical Dentistry 3 Part 1 unit. It builds on the fundamental knowledge whilst also including more advanced aspects of the clinical disciplines of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. Further clinical disciplines covering Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine and the management of patients with disabilities will be introduced. Personal and professional development will continue throughout the Semester.

Professional Behaviour Requirements - Please refer to the Dental School Handbook regarding requirements and consequences of non-compliance, which can delay course progression and/or graduation, depending on circumstances.

Credit

6 points

Offering
(see Timetable)

Availability	Location	Mode
Non-standard teaching period	UWA (Perth)	Face to face

Outcomes

Students are able to (1) describe the aetiology and pathogenesis of common dental conditions affecting children and adolescents; (2) explain the principles and biological rationale for the treatment of paediatric dental conditions; (3) demonstrate competence in common operative techniques used in paediatric dentistry in a simulation environment; (4) explain the development of the primary and permanent dentitions; (5) interpret psycho-social growth and development; (6) describe the aetiology and pathogenesis of the various pathological conditions that occur in the mouth and associated structures, including oral cancers; (7) outline the typical histological and laboratory test findings for the various pathological conditions in the mouth and associated structures; (8) discuss the systemic pathological conditions that have oral manifestations; (9) explain the cultural, legal and social context of individuals with a disability using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health; (10) outline the appropriate consent process and legal requirements when providing oral health care for people with communication, cognitive or sensory impairments; (11) outline common impairments, disabilities and systemic conditions in relation to their impact on oral health and oral function; (12) compare the medical, social and environmental factors that impact on risk assessment and treatment planning for individual patients requiring special care; and (13) demonstrate personal and professional development.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) written assessments; (2) practical assessment; and (3) professional behaviour assessment (Pass/Fail). Further information is available in the unit outline.

To pass this unit, a student must: (a) achieve an overall mark of 50 per cent or higher for the unit; and (b) achieve the requisite requirements(s) or a mark of 50 per cent or greater, whichever is higher and specified in the unit outline, for the written assessments, practical assessment, and professional behaviour assessment (Pass/Fail) components.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Therese Kvist

Unit rules

Prerequisites

Enrolment in

91860 Doctor of Dental Medicine
and DENT4212 Fundamentals of Clinical Dentistry 2 Part 1
and DENT4213 Fundamentals of Clinical Dentistry 2 Part 2
and DENT4214 Fundamentals of Clinical Dentistry 2 Part 3
and DENT4215 Introduction to Clinical Dental Practice 1

Co-requisites

DENT4216 Fundamentals of Clinical Dentistry 3 Part 1 DENT4218 Introduction to Clinical Dental Practice 2 Part 1 DENT4219 Introduction to Clinical Dental Practice 2 Part 2

Approved quota: 70—50 domestic and 20 international places

Incidental fees

Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available "
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):
(1) Laboratory coat (estimated cost - $42.00)
(2) Clinical Coat (estimated cost - $80-100)
(3) Safety Glasses (estimated cost - $30.00)
(4) Frasaco Teeth (estimated cost - $3 - 11 each)
(5) Replacement costs for borrowed dental equipment (estimated cost - $20-$5000)
(6) Headlights and Loupes (estimated cost - $1000-2000).

Contact hours

Approximately 6 hours per week (3 lectures per week
average 3 hours practical/clinical sessions per week)