Questions and Answers
What was the main takeaway from the Doyle article?
After 5 years, the failures for implants and endo were the same.
How many lectures do we have?
12
How many exams are there?
midterm (40 questions, 35%) and cumulative final (80 questions, 45%)
How many quizzes are there?
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If there is a discrepancy between the reading assignments, lab manual, and lecture material, what prevails?
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What does the lab course consist of?
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Endo = branch of dentistry dealing with the pulp AND ____________________
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Lab course will generally require you to work on assignments outside of the lab sessions.
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What is Weine Classification Type I?
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What is Weine Classification Type II?
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What is Weine Classification Type III?
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What is Weine Classification Type IV?
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Study Notes
Overview of Endodontics and Course Structure
- Implant success rate comparable to endodontic treatment after 5 years, as indicated in Doyle's article.
- Course comprises 12 lectures focusing on endodontics.
- Two main examinations: midterm (40 questions, worth 35% of grade) and cumulative final (80 questions, worth 45% of grade), with failing the final resulting in course failure.
- Up to 6 quizzes throughout the course with the lowest quiz score dropped; quizzes account for 20% of the overall grade.
Lab Course Requirements
- Lab component includes 13 sessions and 4 projects, featuring practical examinations:
- Midterm practical exam (25% of lab grade)
- Bicuspid access project (15% of lab grade)
- Electronic Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) (25% of lab grade)
- Final practical exam (35% of lab grade)
- The lab course is structured to allow completion of assignments during lab sessions, negating the need for outside work.
Weine Classification System
- Weine Classification Type I:
- Characterized by one orifice, one canal, and one foramen; visually resembles the letter "I."
- Weine Classification Type II:
- Comprises two orifices, two canals, and one foramen; resembles the letter "O."
- Weine Classification Type III:
- Contains two orifices, two canals, and two foramen; visually similar to the letter "U."
- Weine Classification Type IV:
- Identified by one orifice, two canals, and two foramen; looks like the letter "Y."
- Endodontics is a specialty in dentistry focused on the pulp and apical tissues.
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This quiz covers the essential components of the Endodontics course, including lecture structure, examination formats, and lab requirements. It focuses on both theoretical and practical aspects, ensuring students are well-prepared for assessments throughout the program.
