Prosthodontics
Introduction
Undergraduate module
Postgraduate teaching
Further information
Prosthodontics is that aspect of dentistry that deals with the replacement of missing teeth and an understanding of the biomaterials used in their construction. Biological and psychosocial aspects of this sphere of dentistry will be emphasised.
This can be achieved with fixed and removable appliances that are supported on teeth, implants or the oral mucosa.
We teach this speciality at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The module begins early in the undergraduate curriculum and is taught by a series block teaching, which includes lectures, seminars and self directed learning exercises. This is followed by clinical practice on patients supervised by experienced staff.
There are opportunities to follow selected study modules throughout the course to expand knowledge in areas of particular interest to the student.
As the course progresses more complex issues are raised and the student will be required to develop confidence and competence to a level expected of a general dental practitioner in this subject.
Knowledge and competence are tested by in clinically based in course assessments, formal examination and by objective structured clinical examinations.
MClinDent in Prosthodontics / Monospeciality Specialist Training Pathway
Two years full-time / Three years full time
This course is designed for graduates in dental surgery who wish to pursue a career in prosthodontics. The clinical specialty of prosthodontics has been ecognized in the UK through the publication of the Chief Dental Officer's Report on specialist training.
The course can contribute the first two years of a three-year specialist training programme in prosthodontics. However, only applicants who meet the entry requirements of the Joint Committee for Specialist Training in Dentistry (JCSTD) will be considered for the three-year training programme. Transfer from the two-year to the three-year programme will not be possible after the course commences.
Course content
The programme will provide clinical training (60 per cent), formal taught elements (25 per cent) and an opportunity to undertake research (15 per cent) in Prosthodontics.
It includes all aspects of fixed and removable prosthodontic care including exposure to implant dentistry. Instruction will be by tutorials, lectures and clinical demonstration, together with self-learning techniques. A major part of the course will be clinical prosthodontic care of patients under direct supervision.
You will take five course components:
- The scientific basis of prosthodontic care
- The relationship of other dental disciplines to prosthodontic care
- A project or investigation with a dissertation
- Diagnosis and treatment planning for patients with advanced prosthodontic problems
- Clinical treatment involving combined prosthodontic and other dental therapy
The full programme comprises a total of 30 course units.
Assessment
You will take written, clinical, practical and oral examinations, including the presentation of patients for whom you have provided prosthodontic therapy integrated with other restorative dental therapy. The assessment will be in three parts:
- Part 1 - the scientific basis of prosthodontic care
- Part 2 - combined prosthodontic and other restorative dental therapy
- Part 3 - assessment of a dissertation.
Entry requirements
You will need a primary qualification in dental surgery and satisfactory completion of two years' professional experience. For students whose first language is not English an IELTS band score of 7.0, a TOEFL score of at least 590 or an equivalent alternative qualification is required. If you wish to apply for the three-year specialist training the current requirement includes completion of MFDS and two years recognised general professional training or a letter from the JCSTD confirming that your training is equivalent.
Please contact:
Dr Phil Taylor
Tel: +44 (0)20 78828631
email: p.d.taylor@qmul.ac.uk