Fundamentals of Dental Materials Science – DENT5025Q001
The goal of this course is to provide a scientific framework for the use of biomaterials in the clinical treatment of patients. To expose the student to the different types of materials currently used in dentistry and make them aware of the basic and clinical properties that make them suitable for use. To increase awareness of the future directions of innovations that dental products may take. The course objectives are (a) Understand the fundamental principles of material science (b) Provide a rationale for the selection and use of specific materials in dentistry (c) Describe the composition and properties of commonly used materials (d) Distinguish between materials of the same type and discuss advantages and disadvantages of their use (e) Critically evaluate dental manufactures’ product claims.
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