Course Descriptions
PERI 5110 Clinical Periodontics I
CREDIT HOURS: 9
Presented in three didactic, laboratory and clinical modules, this course offers students basic and fundamental skills and knowledge required in treating patients who present with various forms of periodontal disease and those in need of dental implants.
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 5120 Evidence-Based Dentistry and Biostatistics in Graduate Dentistry
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course will outline basic research designs and levels of clinical evidence. The dental clinical epidemiology component of this course will cover the scientific basis for clinical decision making in prognosis, causation, diagnosis, and therapy according to the principles of evidence-based healthcare. Examples from the dental literature are used to illustrate these concepts and their practical application. The Biostatistics section is designed to provide graduate students with a basic understanding of the statistical methods used for data analysis and literature interpretation.
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 6110 Clinical Periodontics II
CREDIT HOURS: 9
A continuum of Clinical Periodontics I, this course exposes students to more complex cases requiring more advanced treatment modalities. An evidence-based approach to treatment is emphasized throughout the course. Students are expected to document their cases for presentation and discussion.
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 6180X/Y Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
CREDIT HOURS: 6
This course is presented to students over a 2 year period. Students study the cause, pathogenesis, clinical, radiographic and microscopic characteristics of diseases affecting the oral and peri-oral structures. Emphasis is placed on recognition of abnormalities, formulation of differential diagnoses, arrival at definitieve diagnoses and patient management.
CROSS-LISTING:
ORAL 5060.06,
ORAL 6030.06
PERI 7110 Clinical Periodontics III
CREDIT HOURS: 9
A continuum of Clinical Periodontics I and II, this course exposes students to more complex cases requiring more advanced treatment modalities. An evidence-based approach to treatment is emphasized throughout the course. Students are expected to document their cases for presentation and discussion.
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 7130 Graduate Dentistry Seminars
CREDIT HOURS: 9
This course covers many aspects of speciality practice not covered in other required courses. Students will present clinical cases they treated in the clinic according to the format established by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada.
FORMAT: Seminar
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 7140 Hospital Rotation for Graduate Dentistry
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course focuses on management of the sedated patient and medical emergencies. Residents will be exposed to conscious sedation methods including anxiolysis through the use of nitrous oxide, oral sedation and single drug IV sedation; and participate in hospital rotations involving patients with a variety of medical disorders.
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 7150 Literature Review in Periodontics
CREDIT HOURS: 9
Taught in a seminar format, this course exposes students to contemporary periodontal and dental implant literature, drawn from various peer-reviewed journals. Students are expected to read and critique the assigned papers and to be able to convey their findings.
FORMAT: Seminar
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 7170 Research Practicum in Graduate Dentistry
CREDIT HOURS: 18
The course is designed to enhance the student’s critical analysis and presentation skills and expose students to research methodologies. Students will work directly with a faculty advisor in developing a research project, carrying out the research and preparing a presentation for a scientific audience and a manuscript for publication based on their completed research.
FORMAT:
FORMAT COMMENTS: Students are required to register in this course in both the fall and winter semesters, receiving a grade of IP in the fall and a final grade in the winter term
PERI 9000 Masters Thesis
CREDIT HOURS: 0