ORALHLTH 3211AHO - Dental & Health Science IIIOH (M) Part 1

Teaching Hospitals - Semester 1 - 2025

The course brings together material covered in the previous year, with an emphasis on clinical implications, to provide the students with a richer understanding of oral health philosophies and practice. Additional topics related to oral health and disease at individual and population levels are also discussed. The course is closely integrated with Clinical Practice III OH(Mod) in which clinical experience will be gained, eg. in radiography, paedodontics and population oral health.

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Course Details

Course Code	ORALHLTH 3211AHO
Course	Dental & Health Science IIIOH (M) Part 1
Coordinating Unit	Oral Health
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	Teaching Hospitals
Contact	Up to 7 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	ORALHLTH 2211HO, ORALHLTH 2312A, ORALHLTH 2204HO and ORALHLTH 2200HO
Restrictions	Bachelor of Oral Health students only, TAFE SA Entry students
Assessment	Assignments, tutorial & seminar presentations, examinations

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Ms Katrina Plastow

Course Coordinator: Katrina Plastow
Email: katrina.plastow@adelaide.edu.au

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1	develop the principles of preventive and restorative dentistry gained in the first two years of the program and apply them to those aspects of clinical dentistry that fall within the range of duties for oral health therapists
2	describe different methods for diagnosis of dental disease and select appropriate intervention
3	further develop understanding of the causes, prevention and treatment of periodontal diseases and the role of the oral health therapist in relation to oral diseases
4	develop understanding of the development of normal occlusion and the role of the oral health therapists in recognising occlusal abnormalities
5	define and describe traumatic dental injuries and the correct emergency and long-term treatment options
6	apply appropriate methods for the reduction and control of pain in children and perform emergency treatment for the alleviation of pain and control of infection in the primary or young permanent dentition
7	recognise and identify early childhood caries, with particular reference to aetiology and clinical features
8	demonstrate competency with equipment preparation (including the setting of parameters), patient preparation and exposure of panoramic images
9	develop an understanding of the major health problems (with particular reference to oral health) in Australian society, and the associated social and environmental factors, and the impact on dental services

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1 - 9
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	2 - 7, 9
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	1, 9
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1, 9
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1, 9
Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.	1, 9
Attribute 7: Digital capabilities Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.	1, 2, 8
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	1 - 9

Learning Resources

Required Resources

Nissin teeth purchased in 2nd year, lab coat, clinic jacket, safety glasses.

Recommended Resources

Resources recommended in 1st and 2nd year will be useful in 3rd year - no additional resources are required

Online Learning

Online learning resources are utilised for many topics in this course - see MyUni for additional information
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

•   Class meetings and tutorials
• Case-based learning and small group discovery
•   Written assignments and oral presentations
• Interactive on-line modules and self-directed learning

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Class Meetings

•   Up to 9 hours of class meetings, case-based learning/small group discovery, resource sessions and/or tutorials may be scheduled per week, there is also a mid-year common campus block.

These sessions will be used for introducing and exploring topics, but may also be used for interactive learning, student presentations, discussions and assessments.

Learning Activities Summary

Topics covered

•    Population Health
•   Periodontology
•   Geriatric Dentistry
•   Panoramic Radiography
•   Paediatric Dentistry
•   Early Childhood Caries
•   Dental Emergencies
•   Exodontia
•   Orthodontics
•    Law & Ethics
•   Tooth Whitening
•   Special Needs Dentistry

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Assessment Type	Contribution to final grade	Hurdle
Early childhood caries	Written report	15%	No
Orthodontics	Complertion of workbook/case study	10%	No
Panoramic radiography	On-line test of understanding	NGP	Yes
Population health	Presentation	15%	No
Clinical Issues - cultural safety	Workshop, online and reflection	10%	No
Final written assessment	2.5-3 hr paper	50%	Yes

Assessment Related Requirements

Feedback

You will receive feedback from a variety of sources - yourself, peers and facilitators – during PBL and group discussions, research and tutorial exercises, and assignments. Ongoing feedback on your performance during your assessment tasks is for your benefit and allows you to assess how you are progressing in D&HS III OH. It also provides staff with opportunities to monitor your performance, both theoretical and practical. It is your responsibility to incorporate this feedback into your learning.

Assessment Detail

Early childhood caries assignment
You will be required to complete e-learning modules, readings and participate in small group discovery workshops, undertake research and analyse the information you have gathered. You will need to be prepared to discuss the risk and protective factors for ECC, and give an overview of your role in providing anticipatory guidance to parents of young children, demonstrating your understanding and application of the information in response to questions in the modules

Population Health
Your assessment will be a group report as outlined in the PH introduction. You will be required to complete e-learning modules,
readings and undertake research and analyse the information you have gathered.

Orthodontics
You are required to complete self-directed study on the topic of orthodontics in addition to your clinical placements. It will require you to undertake research, analyse the information you have gathered and complete a workbook and case studies for submission.

Panoramic radiography
You are required to complete on-line tests of understanding relating to theoretical aspects of panoramic radiography. You will be given more information in class and on MyUni.

Debates
You are required to participate in a formal debate on an allocated topical and/or controversial issue as part of a team. The goal of this experience is for you to learn to construct a coherent argument by framing an issue, making claims about the issue, and supporting claims with evidence. You will be given more information in class and on MyUni.

Written assessment
You are required to successfully complete a written assessment during Semester 2B. The format consists of a number of clinically applied questions. Questions may be based on dental scenarios, radiographs or clinical photographs.
You will be expected to demonstrate a satisfactory level of knowledge and ability to integrate material from all streams in a clinical context. The aim is to assess whether you have a systematic approach to situations, the application of knowledge, integration of information across streams and communication skills. It will test your problem solving abilities and have a strong clinical emphasis.

Submission

Submission of all written work is via Turnitin, an online plagiarism learning and detection tool - either through MyUni or Cadmus - see individual assignment details in MyUni or further information.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

NOG (No Grade Associated)
Grade	Description
CN	Continuing

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

Student Feedback

The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

Each year we ask students to complete an assessment of theirlearning and teaching experience. Teaching staff reflect on the SELT, the outcomes achieved and processes implemented to identify necessary hanges for future years. These are important tolls in the Dental School’s aim for excellence in teaching and learning.

The following changes have been made as a result of these processes:
•    Increased opportunities for class meetings, small group discovery and on-line learning
•    Content, delivery and assessment tasks for PH revised
•    Debates on topical and/or controversial issues
•   Revisions to final examinations – changed from OSCA to written exam with clinical application, held in sim clinic with images enlarged on screens
•    Format for final oral vivas reviewed, duration 30 minutes
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