Kocaeli University / European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)

Name of Lecturer(s)

Assistant Prof. Dr. Sena KAŞIKÇI

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Have a detailed knowledge of the pathogenesis of periapical cyst formation.
2) Discuss the properties and role of intracanal, interappointment medicaments ve review the rationale and objectives of endodontic irrigation.
3) Describe techniques, step-by-step, for standardized and flaring (step-back and/or crown-down) preparations.
4) Discuss nickel-titanium rotary instruments and how the physical properties of this metal affect cleaning and shaping.
5) Know the success criteria in Endodontics.
6) Know the flora of the root canal and periradicular lesions.
7) Explain the treatment options for most common types of root resorption.
8) Know the principles of geriatric endodontic procedures.
9) Explain the healing of periapical structures.
10) Define the physiological and anatomical changes that take place in the pulpo-dentinal complex of teeth as a result of dental caries.

Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

		Program Competencies
		1	2	3	4	5	6
Learning Outcomes
	1	High	High	High	High	High	High
	2	High	High	High	High	High	High
	3	High	High	High	High	High	High
	4	High	High	High	High	High	High
	5	High	High	High	High	High	High
	6	High	High	High	High	High	High
	7	High	High	High	High	High	High
	8	High	High	High	High	High	High
	9	High	High	High	High	High	High
	10	High	High	High	High	High	High

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

There isn't recommended optional programme component.

Course Contents

Includes periapical cyst, intracanal medikaments, irrigation solutions, root canal shaping procedures, endodontic microbiology, geriatric endodontics, root resorptions and successs criteria in endodontics

Weekly Schedule

1) Periapical cyst
2) Medication of the root canal
3) Disinfection of the root canal and irrigation solutions
4) Disinfection of the root canal and irrigation solutions
5) Mechanical preparation techniques
6) Mechanical preparation techniques
7) Mechanical preparation of the root canal with NiTi rotary instruments
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Root canal sealers used in Endodontics
10) Root canal obturation techniques
11) Root canal obturation techniques
12) Success criteria in Endodontics
13) Endodontic microbiology
14) Root resorptions
15) Endodontics in geriatrics
16) Final examination

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Drill and Practice
3) Demonstration
4) Lab / Workshop
5) Self Study

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade	40%
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade	60%
Total	100%

Language of Instruction

Work Placement(s)

Not Required

Course Unit Title	Course Unit Code	Type of Course Unit	Level of Course Unit	Year of Study	Semester	ECTS Credits
Endodontics IV		Elective	Bachelor's degree	2	Fall	2