Oral Microbiology
Course # 7503320
3rd year
Instructor: Dr. Hasnaa’ Makkawi
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COURSE TITLE |
Oral microbiology |
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COURSE # |
7503320 |
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ACADEMIC YEAR-SEMESTER |
3rd Year / 1st Semester |
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COURSE DURATION |
One Semester (16 weeks) |
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COURSE TYPE |
Compulsory |
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COURSE CODE |
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PREREQUISITE TOPIC & CODE |
Microbiology |
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DEPARTMENT |
Dental department |
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CREDIT HOURS |
1 Credit Hours (Theory) |
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TEXTBOOK |
Marsh & Martin’s Oral Microbiology. Sixth edition. Philip D. Marsh, Michael A. Q. Lewis, Helen Rogers, David W. Williams, Melanie Wilson. ISBN: 9780702061066. May 13, 2016. Elsevier. |
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ADDITIONAL READING |
Oral Microbiology and Immunology 3rd edition, Richard J. Lamount and George N. Hajishengallis,. ISBN:978-1-683-67290-6. April 2019. ASM Press |
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ONLINE READING |
Scientific articles that will be published as scheduled. |
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HOW DOES THIS COURSE RELATES TO OTHER COURSES? |
By structuring the course around the intricate relationship between oral microbiology, periodontal health, oral pathology, and systemic health, students will gain a holistic perspective on the importance of the oral microbiome in maintaining overall health. Incorporating both theoretical knowledge and practical experiences will empower students to become well-rounded dental professionals capable of addressing the complex interactions between the oral microbiome and health. |
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COURSE DESCRIPTION & OBJECTIVES What information you want to deliver to the students)
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Description: Oral microbiology is a specialized field within microbiology that focuses on the study of microorganisms inhabiting the oral cavity. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse microorganisms found in the mouth, their interactions with the host, and their roles in oral health and disease. Through lectures, students will gain insights into the complex microbial communities residing in the oral cavity and their significance in dental and overall health Objectives: • Understand the basics of oral microbiology, including the history of research in the field, key terminology, and the importance of studying oral microorganisms. • Explore the wide range of microorganisms present in the oral cavity, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. • Investigate the dynamic interactions between different oral microorganisms and their impact on oral health and disease. • gain insights into the role of oral microorganisms in maintaining oral health and their contributions to common oral diseases, such as dental caries, periodontal disease, and oral infections. • Study the formation and composition of dental plaque, emphasizing the microbial component and its significance in oral disease. • Explore how oral microorganisms interact with the host immune system and the mechanisms by which they cause diseases. Discuss host defenses against oral infections. • Stay updated on current research trends and emerging technologies in oral microbiology, including metagenomics, omics approaches, and the potential impact of microbiome-based therapies.
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TEACHING & LEARNING STRATEGIES (What means you use to deliver information to the students) |
• lectures: designed to help the students to understand the knowledge about the complexity of the oral microbiome and Its relation to the Immune system. • reading scientific articles.
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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA (What means you use to evaluate students’ achievement, percentage and timing) |
• Quizzes and Exams: Test understanding of concepts and their application, divided as the following: First quiz Midterm 30% Second quiz Final exam 50% Assignment: answering questions based on reading scientific articles.15%. • Participation: Assess engagement in discussions and group activities.
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COURSE CONTENT (Brief description of the material to be taught and learned throughout the semester) |
Introduction The mouth as a microbial habitat The resident oral microbiota Distribution and benefits of the oral microbiota Dental plaque Plaque-mediated diseases: Dental caries and periodontal diseases Orofacial bacterial, fungal and viral infections Oral microbiota and systemic disease
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INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs): (What do expect students to achieve at the end of the semester) Use VERBS ONLY |
• Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: • Toi understand the dynamic interaction between the oral environment and the composition and metabolism of the resident oral microbiota • To identify the the wide range of microorganism that compose the high diversity of the varied types of endogenously habitat for colonisation. • Understand the complexity and the role of biofilms of survival of microorganism. • To distinguish the distribution of oral microorganisms and the role of the resident oral that is critically important benefits to the host. • Understand the mechanism of plaque formation and to emphasise its dynamic nature of the ecosystem. • To understand the etiology of dental caries and periodontal disease • To understand the theory of key stone pathogen. • highlight the role of probiotics on the health of the oral cavity • get introduced to the varies microbial infection differentiate the signs and symptoms and relate them to systemic diseases.
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COURSE PLAN WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3-.4 WEEK 5. Week 5. WEEK 6
WEEK 7 WEEK 8 WEEK 9 Week 10 Week 11 Week 12 WEEK 13 Week 14 Week 15 Week 16 |
Introduction The mouth as a microbial habitat Distribution and benefits of the oral microbiota Dental plaque Plaque-mediated diseases: periodontal disease and caries The role of Immune system on the recognition of the oral microorganisms Midterm exam Orofacial bacterial Orofacial fungal Orofacial viral Oral microbiota and systemic disease 1 Oral microbiota and systemic disease 2 Novel treatments for oral Infections Introducing latest articles In the field +/- Final |
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