The course aims to address the main oral manifestations of complex and multi-organ systemic diseases, with particular focus on autoimmune and dermatological conditions. Students will also be provided with up-to-date information on the latest diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms to be applied in patients undergoing treatment with anti-resorptive drugs, as well as those presenting with odontogenic and non-odontogenic osteolytic lesions of the jaws. The course will cover the prevention and management of oral complications related to oncological treatments. A thorough examination of the various clinical presentations of orofacial pain will be included, enabling students to develop the ability to distinguish pain of odontogenic origin from more complex neuropathic syndromes. Finally, guidance will be provided on the dental management of patients with congenital syndromes or severe systemic conditions (Special Needs Dentistry).
Course Prerequisites
Students are required to meet all the prerequisites set out in the Degree Program Regulations.
Teaching Methods
The course includes 60 hours of teaching, delivered through traditional lectures supported by slides, following the schedule available on the Degree Program website
Assessment Methods
At the end of the course, students are required to take a written examination (which may be supplemented by an oral test) covering the topics included in the integrated course program. In the evaluation, in addition to knowledge and learning ability, particular attention will be given to critical thinking and communication skills in relation to the fundamental concepts of Oral Medicine and Dentistry
Contents
1) Pulp diseases 2) Apical periodontitis 3) Jaw cysts 4) Odontogenic and non-odontogenic jaw neoplasms 5) Jaw osteomyelitis 6) Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws (MRONJ) 7) Osteoradionecrosis and Oral Oncology 8) Vesiculobullous diseases 9) Granulomatous disorders and other immunological diseases 10) Recurrent aphthous stomatitis and related systemic diseases 11) Differential diagnosis in Orofacial Pain 12) Special Needs Dentistry
Course Language
ITALIAN
More information
Course Coordinator: Prof. Lorenzo Azzi Email: l.azzi@uninsubria.it Office Hours: By appointment via email
