Specialization Course in Endodontics
General Objectives of the Course
The Specialization Course in Endodontics aims to enable the students with skills in endodontics and associated pathologies, enabling them to assist differentiated according to the principles of quality recommended by the European Society of Endodontology (ESE), besides contributing to the changes necessary for continuous improvement of the quality of endodontic treatmentThe specific aims will be:
-Diagnose the pulp and periapical pathology; - To train for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of apical periodontitis; - Assess the psychological aspects pertaining to the private practice of endodontics; - Take preventive measures of apical periodontitis; - Perform simple and complex treatments; - Use all the means at its disposal to improve their training.
In addition, the Graduate will: - Teach particularly the biomedical sciences related to the subjects; - Encourage development of a scientific attitude to the formulation and stimulation of professional interest; - Teach the principles of scientific methodology; - Teaching how to interpret the literature; - To stimulate research activities and oral and written presentation of scientific results and clinical data.
Admission Requirements
The applicants must have an undergraduate degree, master’s or legal equivalent graduation in the areas of dentistry or medicine (with specialty in stomatology), and have professional experience, preferably.
Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.
Professional Goals
Differentiated clinical practice.Mode of Study
Part-timeTeaching / Evaluation language(s)
Portuguese and EnglishExamination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
The classification of modules is quantitatively and on a scale of 0 to 20.Learning Objectives and Intended Skills
- Diagnose the pulp and periapical pathology; - Formulate a treatment plan based on specific areas of Endodontics; - Assess the psychological aspects pertaining to the private practice of endodontics; - Take interceptives and prophylactic measures; - Perform simple and complex treatments; - Use all the means at its disposal to improve their training. - Encourage development of a scientific attitude to the formulation and stimulation of professional interest; - Able to interpret scientific literature; - To stimulate research activities and oral and written presentation of scientific results and clinical data.Course Coordinator(s)
João Miguel Marques Santos
uc15896@uc.pt
Manuel Marques Ferreira
m.mferreira@netcabo.pt
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra.Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Legal framework for qualification: under the terms of Decree-Law nº 74/2006, of 24th March, amended and re-published by DL nº 107/2008, of 25th June; Ordinance nº782/2009, of 23rd of July.Access to Further Studies
Not applicable.Study Programme
2024-2025
Course Type
Non Degree Course
Qualification Awarded: Diploma/Certificate
Duration: 1 Year(s)
ECTS Credits: 30.0