Occlusion
This Dentaljuce Occlusion module provides an introduction to the apparently complicated subject of occlusion. We clear the confusion by presenting a foundation that makes advanced study easy to understand.
We concentrate on the regular clinical aspects that affect everyday dentistry using a common sense approach.
Member Feedback on Occlusion
- Very good, detailed, liked videos.
- This Module simplifies 'occlusal' mayhem
- Very helpful. Great revision!
- Really good! Occlusion is a tricky subject, but this makes everything straight forward.
- Excellent explanations and diagrams, making a difficult concept easier to understand. Very pleased with this module.
The Occlusion online learning module has clear and concise aims, objectives and anticipated outcomes, listed below. These will appear on the Dentaljuce Enhanced CPD Certificate, along with the time spent, dates, and detailed topics you studied within the module. Certificates can be printed at any time, covering any range of dates. Dentaljuce CPD complies with the UK GDC's requirements for enhanced verifiable continuing professional development.
Before starting this module, check that the learning outcomes are what you require, and that you have entered the need into your PDP. Here is an example PDP entry for this module.
| What development needs have I? | How will I address them? | Target completion date | Outcomes | Date Completed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To improve my understanding of Occlusion and its application to my practice | Take the Dentaljuce Occlusion module. | • Learn the concepts that underpin modern occlusal theory. • Apply these concepts to the management / treatment of patients. • Through extensive and detailed step-by-step guides, learn techniques for simulating the orthognathic system on an adjustable articulator. |
| What development needs have I? | To improve my understanding of Occlusion and its application to my practice |
|---|---|
| How will I address them? | Take the Dentaljuce Occlusion module. |
| Target completion date | |
| Outcomes | • Learn the concepts that underpin modern occlusal theory. • Apply these concepts to the management / treatment of patients. • Through extensive and detailed step-by-step guides, learn techniques for simulating the orthognathic system on an adjustable articulator. |
| Date completed |
Module Aims and Outcomes
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The aim of the learning and teaching materials in this Dentaljuce module is to allow learners to develop their professional knowledge, understanding and competence in the field of occlusion, in line with their identified personal learning requirements.
Module objective
• to introduce the basic concepts of occlusion as applied to restorative dentistry.
Anticipated learning outcomes:
The learner will, with respect to the components that he or she has elected to study as listed below:
• learn the concepts that underpin modern occlusal theory.
• apply these concepts to the management/treatment of patients.
• through extensive and detailed step-by-step guides, learn techniques for simulating the orthognathic system on an adjustable articulator.
• through achieving these outcomes, provide an improved level of service to their patients.
GDC Principles
This CPD will support the learner in meeting the following GDC principle and the underlying standards:
• Principle 7: Maintain, develop and work within your professional knowledge and skills
GDC Development Outcomes
This CPD will support the learner in meeting the following GDC Development Outcomes:
• DO C. (Clinical domain) Maintenance and development of knowledge and skill within your field of practice
• DO D. (Professionalism domain) Maintenance of skills, behaviours and attitudes which maintain patient confidence in you and the dental profession and put patients' interests first.