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About Study Course

Credit points / ECTS:2 / 3
Course supervisor:Dagnija Rostoka
Study type:Full time
Course level:First level
Target audience:Dentistry
Language:Latvian
Branch of science:Clinical Medicine; Microbiology and Virology

Objective

The aim of this study course is to give knowledge about the role of microorganisms and viruses in oral hygiene and health, etiology of disease, environmental distribution and control of microorganisms.

Prerequisites

Preliminary knowledge in biology, human anatomy and physiology, and chemistry in high school level is required.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

Upon successful completion of the course students will acquire the knowledge about morphology and properties of bacteria, microscopic fungi and viruses, their role in disease etiology, human microflora, and oral hygiene and health. Students will be able to understand the role of environmental microflora as a source of contamination, the role of instrument disinfection and sterilization, also the basics of defense mechanisms in human body.

Skills

Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to apply appropriate microbiological control methods, use disinfection and sterilization.

Competence

Upon successful completion of the course students will know the importance of oral microflora in dental health, also will be competent to advise patients and recommend preventive measures to maintain optimal oral hygiene and health.

Study course planning

Planning period:Year 2024, Autumn semester
Study programmeStudy semesterProgram levelStudy course categoryLecturersSchedule
Dental Hygiene, ZFH1First levelRequiredŠarlote Agate Vanka, Juta Kroiča, Dagnija Rostoka