Technological Competence on Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics 1Laajuus (2 cr)

Objective

The student achieves the following knowledge of theory
- diagnostic and design principles of fixed prostheses
- factors affecting the choice of crown type
- factors affecting the prosthetic restoration of a tooth that has undergone endodontic therapy
- significance of the determination of occlusion and temporary crowns
- factors affecting the choice of the shade for a tooth
- basic principles of the manufacture of crowns and bridges in a laboratory
- preparation of the various crown types and veneers
- determining the colors of a tooth
- making an impression and determining the occlusion for fixed prostheses

Content

Theory of crown and bridges
Parts of the course can be implemented by the Department of Dentistry of the University of Turku