DENTISTRY (ENGLISH)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General Information about the Course

Course Code: DNT301
Course Title: Clinical Biochemistry
Course Semester: 5. Semester / Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
1 0 2 3
Language of instruction: EN
Prerequisite of the course: No
Type of course: Necessary
Level of course:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. H. Yegâne Güven, Lecturer Gökhan Biçim

Purpose and content of the course

Course Objectives: To comprehend the structure, metabolism and functions of the soft-hard tissues of the mouth and salivary components.
Course Objective: To know the metabolic reactions in oral-dental tissues and the changes in the oral environment of externally added substances.
Mode of Delivery: Face to face

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)
  1) Knows the structure and functions of oral and dental tissues and chemical components
  2) Knows the chemical reactions that occur in periodontal diseases and tooth decay.
  3) Explains the chemical reactions of fluor element in dental tissues.
  4) Comprehends the structures of major and minor biochemical components of nutrition and their effects on oral and dental health.
  5) Knows the proteins that change in tooth mobilty.
  6) Knows the effective biochemical parameters in wound healing, especially in the healing of mouth wounds.
  7) Knows the normal and pathological values of the components in saliva, crevicular fluid and synovial fluid.
Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)
  1) Uses the theoretical knowledge and applications obtained in this course in clinical courses, patient diagnosis and treatment.
  2) Interprets laboratory test results of various case samples and applies some laboratory tests.
Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)
  1) He/she uses his/her native language effectively and thus improves his/her communication skills.
  2) Gains the ability to work independently.
  3) Demonstrates the ability to ask relevant, detailed, and probing questions.
  4) Establishes the cause-effect relationship.

Course Topics

Week Subject
Related Preparation Pekiştirme
1) Clinical Biochemistry in Dentistry
2) The Importance of Carbohydrate in Dentistry
3) The Structure and Metabolism of Dental Tissues
4) The Importance of Fluoride in Dentistry and its Mechanism of Action in Dental Tissues
5) Biochemical Components and Metabolism of Biofilm (dental plaque)
6) Biochemical components of nutrition and its role in oral and dental health
7) Biochemical mechanism of periodontal diseases
8) Biochemical mechanism of bad breath
9) Biochemical mechanism of orthodontic tooth movement
10) Interaction of dental implant biomaterials with oral tissues
11) Biochemical basis of wound healing
12) Biochemical markers in saliva and crevicular fluid (DOS) in inflammatory oral tissue diseases (including TMJ)
13) Laboratory tests in dentistry-disease-drug relationship
14) Problem case examples and solution suggestions
References: ** Levine, M. (2011). Photosynthesis and sucrose production. In Topics in dental biochemistry (pp. 17-27). Springer
** Gupta, A. (2018). Comprehensive biochemistry for dentistry: textbook for dental students. Springer.
**Gürdöl, F. (2021). Tıbbi Biyokimya (5 ed.). Nobel Tıp Kitapevi.
**Nelson, D., & Cox, M. (2016). Biyokimyanın ilkeleri. 5. Baskı. 1158s. Palme Yayıncılık.
**Atamer-Şimşek, Ş., & Güven, Y. (2008). Hangi Hastada, Hangi İlaç, Hangi Test,. Quintessence Publishing.

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

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Program Outcomes
1) The normal, abnormal and pathological structures and functions related to oral and dental health in detail. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
2) The basic and up-to-date knowledge required by the dentistry profession. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
3) The integration of knowledge from different disciplines in the clinic phase and to put their knowledge into practice. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
4) Applying knowledge in a holistic approach in professional practice. 3 3
5) Evaluating the accuracy, reliability and validity of the knowledge. 3 3
6) Showing a systematic approach to diagnosis. 3 3
7) Delivering optimum care for patients with correct diagnosis and treatment plan. 3
8) Conduct a clinical study or a project individually in the field of dentistry.
9) Take responsibility for the use of all technological tools used in dental treatment. 3 3
10) Take responsibility in planning and management of either routine applications or complex and unforeseen problems. 3
11) Participate in national and international academic studies by adopting lifelong learning, share and compare written, verbal and visual information with their colleagues. 3 3 3 3
12) Follow the evidence-based dentistry knowledge and use the up-to-date knowledge in professional practice within the framework of national values and country facts for the benefit of the society. 3 3
13) Use the information and communication technologies at the level required by the field of dentistry. 3
14) Take part and responsibilities in preventive programs at the social level, and ensure the protection and development of health by applying modern treatment methods with an approach that is patient-oriented, in line with human rights and compatible with the health economy. 2 2 2
15) Organize and implement social responsibility projects and activities. 2 2 2 2
16) Have proficiency in one foreign language at minimum B1 Level according to European Language Portfolio Global Scale, have written and oral communication skills and follow the developments in their field.
17) Apply the principle of entrepreneurship, business practices and processes with innovative technology in dentistry.
18) Are aware of the significance of ethical rules and legal responsibilities required by the profession. 3 3
19) Have knowledge about teamwork, leadership, risk management, patient safety, universality of social rights, social justice, quality management, personal development, environmental protection, occupational health and safety in the delivery and management of oral and dental healthcare services. 3 3 3
20) Implement the required practices in the clinic management, auxiliary personnel training, prevention methods from occupational diseases. 3 3

Course Teaching, Learning Methods

Q & A
Case Problem Solving/ Drama- Role/ Case Management
Laboratory
Quantitative Problem Solving
Fieldwork
Group Study / Assignment
Individual Assignment
WEB-based Learning
Internship
Practice in Field
Project Preparation
Report Writing
Seminar
Supervision
Social Activity
Occupational Activity
Occupational Trip
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment et.)
Reading
Thesis Preparation
Field Study
Student Club and Council Activities
Other
Logbook
Interview and Oral Conversation
Research
Watching a movie
Bibliography preparation
Oral, inscribed and visual knowledge production
Taking photographs
Sketching
Mapping and marking
Reading maps
Copying textures
Creating a library of materials
Presentation

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance % 0
Laboratory % 0
Application % 0
Practice Exam % 0
Quizzes % 0
Homework Assignments % 0
Presentation % 0
Project % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Field Study % 0
Article Critical % 0
Article Writing % 0
Module Group Study % 0
Brainstorming % 0
Role Playing + Dramatizing % 0
Out of Class Study % 0
Preliminary Work, Reinforcement % 0
Application Repetition etc. % 0
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.) % 0
Project Preparation + Presentation % 0
Report Preparation + Presentation % 0
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting % 0
Oral examination % 0
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
Report Submission % 0
Bütünleme % 0
Kanaat Notu % 0
Committee % 0
Yazma Ödev Dosyası % 0
Portfolio % 0
Take-Home Exam % 0
Logbook % 0
Discussion % 0
Participation % 0
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Calculation of Workload and ECTS Credits

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 14
Laboratory 14 28
Application
Practice Exam 1 1
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 28
Article Critical
Article Writing
Module Group Study
Brainstorming
Role Playing + Dramatizing
Out-of-Class Study (Pre-study, Reinforcement, Practice Review, etc.)
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)
Project Preparation + Presentation
Report Preparation + Presentation
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting
Oral examination
Preparing for Midterm Exams 7 7
MIDTERM EXAM (Visa) 1 1
Preparing for the General Exam 14 14
GENERAL EXAM (Final) 1 1
Participation
Discussion
Portfolio
Take-Home Exam
Logbook
Total Workload 94
ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS ) 3