Lifelong Learning Master's Degree in Craniomandibular Dysfunction, Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine
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- Type of programme
- Lifelong Learning Master's Degree
- Campus
- Campus Sant Cugat
- Duration
- 1 academic year
- Credits
- 60 ECTS
- Language
- Spanish (secondary language: English)
- Places
- Limited
- Modality
- On site
Objectives
This Master's degree aims to provide students with a broad understanding of how to diagnose and treat Craniomandibular dysfunction (CMD) and orofacial pain (OP) by applying diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations and following guidelines from leading scientific institutions and societies in this field of dentistry/medicine, such as the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, the European Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders, the International Headache Society, and the International Association for the Study of Pain.
Accreditation
- 60 ECTS. Master’s Degree of Lifelong Learning in Craniomandibular,Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine
Other similar studies
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- Master’s Degree in Digital Dentistry and New Technologies
- Master’s Degree in Endodontics Online
Presentation
Craniomandibular dysfunction (CMD) and orofacial pain (OP) are highly prevalent in the general population as these syndromes include a large number of pathologies in the craniomandibular and cervical-scapular region (almost 100% of the population will suffer from OP at some point in their lives). Within CMD and OP, the most significant conditions are craniomandibular/cervical muscle disorders and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, neuropathic/neuralgic orofacial pain (mainly trigeminal neuralgia), and headaches (migraines, tension headache, and trigeminal autonomic cephalalgia). In Spain there is currently very little postgraduate training in the field of CMD and OP, and there is currently no full-time, in-person, official or non-official postgraduate course in this discipline of dentistry.
It is also important to mention that one of the main priorities of the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya is research in all areas of knowledge. In this respect, the Master's in CMD and OP focuses on 4 main lines of research:
- Neuropathic and neurovascular pain.
- The importance of psychological factors to temporomandibular joint dysfunction.
- Factors that increase CMD.
- Sleep disorders and oral health.
These lines of research follow current research trends in the foremost scientific institutions in the world in the fields of CMD and OP. One of the objectives of this Master's degree is therefore to encourage scientific curiosity among students by having them prepare literature reviews and plan and carry out clinical studies in some of these areas of research.
Curriculum
Facilities
The Faculty of Dentistry has the University Dental Clinic (CUO) as the main training center for its students. Currently, at the Sant Cugat Campus, we have the following facilities:
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UIC Barcelona’s University Dental Clinic (CUO)UIC Barcelona’s University Dental Clinic (CUO) has 88 dental care booths, all equipped with cutting-edge technology, including:
68 general dentistry care booths
4 care booths for special-needs patients
16 surgery care booths
Care booths for conscious sedation
Agreement with the Hospital Universitari General de Catalunya (HUGC Quirón) to treat patients under general anesthesia -
Clinical Simulation and New Technologies ClassroomNew clinical simulation classroom: with this step, virtual reality is introduced into student training, enhancing their education while also serving as a valuable tool in new teaching methodologies. This is another step forward in innovation and the improvement of student training. This laboratory, together with the preclinical laboratory, allows students to practice dentistry with great realism before working on actual patients.
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Exclusive Laboratory for CAD CAM TechnologyPioneers in digital dentistry, the Faculty has embraced digitalization and, among other resources, has an exclusive laboratory for CAD CAM technology. The equipment in this laboratory includes milling machines, intraoral scanners, 3D printers, design software, a ceramic furnace, a zirconia sintering furnace, CBCT and iCat, Teckscan, Z4 laptops, and Z4 computers.
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State-of-the-Art Prosthetic LaboratoriesUIC Barcelona’s Dentistry Clinic has two advanced prosthetic laboratories equipped with the latest digital imaging technology. These laboratories provide students with access to cutting-edge tools across all areas of dentistry, from prosthesis design and manufacturing to treatment planning and execution. With this high-end equipment, future professionals can practice and refine state-of-the-art techniques, preparing them to excel in a highly competitive professional environment.
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Research LaboratoryUIC Barcelona has six modern laboratories, one of which is specifically dedicated to dental research. This space allows students and professionals to conduct advanced studies and innovative projects, driving the development of new techniques and treatments in the field of dentistry. Additionally, the other laboratories provide practical and simulation environments that complement training, ensuring that students gain a comprehensive and high-quality experience in all aspects of their academic education.
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Preclinical LaboratoryThe preclinical laboratory, a high-tech facility, features 95 dental simulators equipped with phantom heads—tools that simulate the oral cavity—as well as X-ray machines and digital radiology equipment for hands-on dental training.
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Admission process
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Application for admission
- Delivery of documentation
- Validation of documentation
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Result of admission process
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Deposit paid
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Enrolment
Between July and September
- Tuition paid
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Prices, grants and financial aid
Price
Grants
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Grants offered by UIC Barcelona for master's degrees and postgraduate programmes
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Financing
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