AIMS AND CONTENT

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Acquisition of the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to diagnose and treat problems related to temporomandibular joint pathologies and cranio-cervical-facial pain.

TEACHING METHODS

Any Student with documented Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), or with any special needs, shall reach out to the Lecturer(s) and to the dedicated SLD Representative in the School/Department before class begins, in order to arrange the specific teaching methods and ensure proper achievement of the learning outcomes.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

- Anatomy of the splanchnocranium

- Pathophysiology of pain

- Reflex and referred pain

- Muscle physiology

- Trigger points and pain projection areas

- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and mandibular function

- The parafunctions

- Classification of craniomandibular dysfunctions

- The clinical examination in gnathology

- The clinical differential diagnosis in orofacial pain

- Instrumental exams in gnathology

- Electromyography

- Principles of therapy

- Physical therapy

- Occlusal therapy

- Drug therapy

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Orofacial Pain: Guidelines for Assessment, Diagnosis, and Management (AAOP The American Academy of Orofacial Pain), 7th Edition

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Details regarding exam preparation methods and the level of depth for each topic will be provided during the lectures.
The student will also be required to demonstrate the ability to describe a treatment plan clearly and using correct terminology.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information not included in the course description, please contact the Professor via email at alessandro.ugolini@unige.it