Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
Experimental Techniques
Other languages of instruction: Catalan, Spanish
Teaching staff
Students are requested to email to arrange a meeting.
Introduction
The in-vitro research techniques in Dental Biomaterials have greatly evolved in recent decades, enabling a breakthrough in knowledge and research in dentistry. Professionals must be aware of the importance of the laboratory and clinical trials that are performed prior to introducing new materials in clinical practice. It is essential that new researchers know and use these techniques.
This course consists of a number of seminars where students present research protocols and projects using different research techniques in Dental Biomaterials.
It also includes laboratory work in which students employ research techniques regarding Dental Biomaterials.
Pre-course requirements
None.
Objectives
Learn and apply some of the techniques used in the Laboratory of Dental Biomaterials.
Become familiar with the apparatus of the most common laboratory tests used in the study of dentistry materials.
The design of laboratory studies in the field of dentistry.
Competences/Learning outcomes of the degree programme
- CB10 - Acquire learning skills that allow them to continue studying in a self-directed and autonomous mode.
- CB6 - Knowledge and understanding to provide a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and / or applying ideas in a research context.
- CB7 - To apply the acquired knowledge, and develop their ability to solve problems in new environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study.
- CB8 - Integrate knowledge and deals with the complexity of formulate judgments based on scientific evidence, from information that may be incomplete or limited, include reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments.
- CE9 - Apply the latest technological advances in dental research, considering its properties, indications, biocompatibility, toxicity and environmental impact.
- CG1 - Ability to integrate new knowledge through research and study, and deal with complexity
- CG2 - Ability to review analysis and discussion of the experimental results and to issue the corresponding conclusions.
- CG3 - Self learning ability in the development of new techniques, in the knowledge of new scientific concepts and in the search of new scientific information
- CG4 - Ability to argue and defend own scientific ideas and listen, analyze, evaluate and respond to the ideas of another person.
- CT1 - Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural groups
Learning outcomes of the subject
- To be familiar with the current lines of research in their area of study.
- To be able to design proper experimental/ non-experimental studies and understand the basic principles of qualitative studies.
- To be up-to-date with the latest advances in the chosen field of interest.
- To have the know-how to integrate experimental research with healthcare and treatment.
Syllabus
Teaching and learning activities
In person
The course will be taught in the simulation laboratory, using machinery and simulation models to assess mechanical and thermal performance, etc., by controlling the majority of variables. The laboratory will enable students to obtain results or answers that are difficult to assess clinically, which may confirm or question the effectiveness of clinical materials and techniques.
Teaching methodology: CM, MC, TRB
Learning activities: LAB (1 ECTS)
Evaluation systems and criteria
In person
- EC (Continuous assessment): 20%
- RC (Case study work): 30%
- PFE (Final written test): 50%
Bibliography and resources
1. Salz U, Bock T. Testing adhesion of direct restoratives to dental hard tissue - a review. J Adhes Dent. 2010 Oct;12(5):343-71.
2. Perdigao J, Monteiro P, Gomes G. In vitro enamel sealing of self-etch adhesives. Quintessence Int. 2009 Mar;40(3):225-33.
3. Magni E, Zhang L, Hickel R, Bossu M, Polimeni A, Ferrari M. SEM and microleakage evaluation of the marginal integrity of two types of class V restorations with or without the use of a light-curable coating material and of polishing. J Dent. 2008 Nov;36(11):885-91.