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About Study Course

ECTS:32
Course supervisor:Aleksandra Kārkle
Study type:Full time
Course level:Doctor
Target audience:Medicine
Language:Latvian
Study course description Full description, Full time
Branch of science:Clinical medicine

Objective

The aim of the course is to develop advanced knowledge and competencies in endodontic microsurgery, restoration of endodontically treated teeth, and the management of complex clinical situations by integrating contemporary scientific evidence, digital technologies, and principles of personalized treatment to support evidence-based clinical decision-making and long-term preservation of the natural dentition.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

1.1. Acquires knowledge of the biological and clinical principles of endodontic microsurgery, including indications, contraindications, treatment planning, surgical techniques, the application of bioactive materials, and the prevention, diagnosis, and management of complications.
2. Acquires knowledge of the biomechanical principles of restoring endodontically treated teeth, the significance of the ferrule effect, restorative treatment planning strategies, the application of bioactive materials, and factors influencing long-term treatment outcomes.
3. Acquires knowledge of the diagnosis and management of rare anatomical and developmental variations, the application of biomarkers, artificial intelligence, laser technologies, genomics, proteomics, and other omics sciences, as well as emerging scientific and technological advances in contemporary endodontics.

Skills

1.1. Is able to evaluate complex clinical and radiographic findings, develop evidence-based treatment plans, and select the most appropriate conservative, surgical, or multidisciplinary treatment strategy.
2. Is able to plan and perform the management of complex endodontic and endodontic microsurgical cases, evaluate restorative options for endodontically treated teeth, and integrate contemporary technologies into clinical decision-making.
3. Is able to analyse complex surgical and multidisciplinary clinical cases, critically appraise scientific literature, predict treatment outcomes, and integrate contemporary scientific evidence into clinical practice.

Competence

1.1. Independently makes evidence-based clinical decisions in the diagnosis, treatment planning, and management of complex endodontic and microsurgical cases, ensuring safe, effective, and predictable patient care.
2. Integrates multidisciplinary collaboration, bioactive materials, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and contemporary scientific advances into the planning and delivery of personalized endodontic treatment.
3. Independently evaluates treatment outcomes, long-term prognosis, and potential complications, continuously improves professional practice in accordance with the principles of evidence-based endodontics, and effectively manages complex clinical situations within a multidisciplinary team.