MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENDODONTICS. (46 Credit Hours) Prerequisite Code Title. (Hours) Total Total Contact Hours 14. (Hours)

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1 First Semester Code Title MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENDODONTICS (46 Hours) ODTP 601 Advanced Diagnosis & Treatment Plan PHRM 651 Applied Pharmacology ANAT 651 Craniofacial Anatomy & Embryology ORBL 601 Oral Biology MICR 651 Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Biology ENDO 611 Endodontics I Second Semester Code Title PHYL 652 Advanced Physiology OPTH 604 Advanced Oral Pathology BIOM 602 Dental Biomaterials ENDO 612 Endodontics II ENDO 614 Micro Endodontics ORBL 602 Electron Microscopy 1-1 Elective 1-1 Third Semester Code Title BIOM 623 Applied Biomaterials PHBS 603 Biostatistics & Research Methodology ENDO 613 Endodontics III ENDO 615 Micro Surgical Endodontics ENDO 691 Conferences I Elective 1-1

2 Fourth Semester Code Title MGMT 652 Practice Management ENDO 616 Endodontics IV ENDO 692 Journal Club ENDO 694 Conferences II Electives Mandatory Courses: 36Crs. Elective Courses: 4Crs. Thesis dissertation: 6Crs.

3 Description of Mandatory Courses ANAT 651-Craniofacial Anatomy and Embryology (1Cr: 1Lec) Anatomy: Cardiovascular system, Respiratory system; Skull, mandible & cervical vertebrae; Scalp and face; Cranial cavity (fossae, folds, venous sinuses & pituitary gland); Orbit; Parotid Region; Temporal & Infratemporal Region; Pterygo-palatine fossa; T.M.J.; Nasal cavity; Mouth cavity (lips & cheeks, gum & teeth, tongue and palate); Ear and facial nerve; Posterior triangle of the neck; Anterior triangle subdivisions; Submandibular Region; Thyroid gland; Blood vessels of the neck; Cranial nerves in the neck; Fasciae of the neck; Pharynx; Larynx; Pathway of extroceptive sensations from the face & teeth to the cerebral cortex; Pathway of taste sensation to the cerebral cortex. Embryology: Fertilization; Cleavage; Implantation; Formation of the 3 germ layers & their derivatives; Pharyngeal arches & derivatives; Pharyngeal pouches & fate; Branchial sinus, cyst & fistula; Development of face; Development of palate; Development of tongue; Development of thyroid gland; Development of pituitary gland; Development of salivary glands. BIOM 602-Dental Biomaterials (1Cr: 1Lec) Classification of materials, physical and mechanical properties, polymer, ceramics, metals and alloys, phase diagrams, structure of solids, materials imperfections, corrosion, surface properties of materials, adhesion in dentistry. Bracket Industry and Design, Metal Versus Esthetic Brackets, Wire Metallurgy and Mechanical Properties, Orthodontic Equipments and Instruments, Biomaterials in Use. BIOM 623-Applied Biomaterials (1Cr: 1Lec) Dental cements, dental restorative resins, dental amalgams, root canal filling materials, dental endodontic instruments, stainless steel, titanium alloys. ENDO 611-Endodontics I (4Cr: 2Lec, 6Prac) This course aim is to provide the students with the foundational knowledge to the complexities of the root canal system and its relation to successful endodontics. Coronal access, Canal length determination, basic and recent advances in instruments and advanced instrumentation techniques. Pulp biology, pulpal pathology: its etiology and prevention. Development of periapical diseases, classification of diseases and their signs and symptoms. Response of periradicular diseases to endodontic therapy. Endodontic diagnostic procedures. ENDO 612-Endodontics II (4Cr: 2Lec, 6Prac) The aim of this course is to provide the students with an foundational knowledge to Recent advances in obturation of the radicular space, Endodontic radiography, Differential Diagnosis and Treatment of Dental Pain, Preparation for Endodontic Treatment,. Microbiology of Endodontics and Asepsis in Endodontic Practice. The role of bacteria in the development of pulpal and periapical diseases. Sterilization and infection control in endodontics. Root resorption. ENDO 613-Endodontics III (4Cr: 2Lec, 6Prac) The aim of this course is to provide the students with knowledge about the Outcome of Endodontic Treatment and Re-Treatment, Endodontic Mishaps: Their Detection, Correction, And Prevention. Nickel titanium rotary instrumentation, Endodontic periodontal relationship. Non-traumatic emergencies and Geriatric endodontics.

4 ENDO 614-Micro Endodontics (1Cr: 1Lec) The aim of this course is to provide the students with knowledge about Restoration of the Endodontically Treated Teeth, Tooth Discoloration and Bleaching of Non Vital Teeth, Vital pulp therapy, Management of teeth with immature apices, Traumatic tooth emergencies and Ultrasonic endodontics. ENDO 615- Micro Surgical Endodontics (1Cr: 1Lec) Today with the rise of operating microscope OM, the term endodontic surgery has been superseded with the term microsurgical endodontics. The aim of this course is to orient the candidate with an in-depth knowledge about periapical and periraducular microsurgeries with detailed description of the recent microintruments and retrofilling materials in order to reduce endodontic surgery failure rate. ENDO 616-Endodontics IV (4Cr: 2Lec, 6Prac) The aim of this course is to provide the students with knowledge about Restoration of the Endodontically Treated Teeth, Tooth Discoloration and Bleaching of Non Vital Teeth, Vital pulp therapy, Management of teeth with immature apices, Traumatic tooth emergencies and Ultrasonic endodontics. ENDO 691- Conferences I (1Cr: 1Lec) This course aims at preparing the candidate to start small research projects with an in-depth view of the core science of endodontics, the advanced science of endodontics and the related clinical topics through literature reviews stressing on evidence based approach. ENDO 692-Journal Club (2Cr: 2Lec) This course aims at providing the candidate with an in-depth view of the core science of endodontics, the advanced science of endodontics and the related clinical topics stressing on evidence based approach through seminar presentation and literature reviews. ENDO 694- Conferences II (1Cr: 1Lec) This course aims at preparing the candidate to participate into local, national or international conferences through the research projects he had been working on throughout the previous courses. MGMT 652-Practice Management (1Cr: 1Lec) This course aims at teaching the management techniques for succeeding a dental practice from a business perspective. Students and graduates, as well as any dental or administrative assistant working in the dental office find answers to questions of crucial importance related to starting an office, succeeding already running ones. Topics include: oral and written communication, records management, appointment control, billing and financing modalities of dental care, accounting procedures and bookkeeping, supply and inventory control, dental leadership and team, social marketing and sales forecasting, professional and taxation regulations, legal and ethical principles, staffing policies and procedures, establishing a business plan for the growth of the practice, and the health and dental system in Lebanon. MICR 651-Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Biology (1Cr: 1Lec) Microbiology: Prokaryotes and eukaryotes; Structure of bacterial cell; Biological requirements for bacterial growth; Bacterial growth: growth curve, kinetic of growth, continuous growth and synchronous growth; Bacterial products: pigments, toxins and

5 enzymes; Genetic elements: Chromosomal and non-chromosomal elements; Mode of transferring genetic elements; Mutation; General properties, structure, classification, replication, cultivation and detection. Immunology: Types of immunity; Immune response; Antigen and antibody; Surface markers on cells of immune system; Immune deficiency diseases; Hypersensitivity and autoimmunity; Serological techniques. ODTP 601-Advanced Diagnosis and Treatment Plan (1Cr: 1Lec) The course is intended for students to gain basic knowledge and skills that are involved in the diagnostic process and treatment planning through history taking, physical examination, biopsy procedures and delivery of care to patients. During the course, they will be introduced to the various aspects of orofacial pain, and be able to differentiate non-dental from dental orofacial pain disorders in order to appropriately treat or refer. They also will be able to gain and demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of diagnostic imaging at a postgraduate level including Digital Imaging and Cone Beam radiography (CBCT). OPTH 604-Advanced Oral Pathology (1Cr: 1Lec) Introduction to oral pathology; caries, pulp diseases, osteomyelitis, bone disease, cysts, odontogenic tumors, white and precancerous lesions, non-odontogenic tumors, fibrous overgrowths and salivary gland diseases. Classification, etiology and pathogenesis, microbiologic factors, clinical features and differential diagnosis of the previous conditions. ORBL 601-Oral Biology (2Cr: 2Lec) The aim of this course of lectures and tutorials is to familiarize the students with the central features of molecular cell biology and the new advances in oral biology that has emerged. It deals with the structure, development, and functions of the oral tissues, their interrelationships, and their relation to other organ systems in health. Students successfully completing the course will have gained an understanding of developmental events and molecular mediators of cellular activity, the embryological origin and anatomy of mineralized and soft tissues, as well as the necessary background required to understand the typical histological changes in the periodontium and bone that result from tooth movements. Also, the course develops a spirit of inquiry that leads them to seek better ways to promote and preserve oral and general health. ORBL 602-Electron Microscopy (2Cr: 2Lec) The major focus of the program is to provide the students with the basic understanding of electron microscopes and how to interpret the morphological structures and characteristics of dental and paradental tissues. It also includes a track for teaching the students how to choose and study significant scientific problems using modem scientific approaches. The program educates students to understand current and classic scientific facts and principles. By the end of the course, the students will be able to interpret the normal ultrastructural appearance of the dental and paradental tissues. They will also acquire the ability to collect and analyze scientific data, and explain scientific findings through both written and spoken words. PHBS 603-Biostatistics & Research Methodology (2Cr: 2Lec) Introduction to the course, definitions, Characteristics of data and Collection of data, Sampling (Types of sample, Methods of sample), Essentials for research design (Types of research study, Components of research protocol), Tabular and graphical Presentation of data

6 (Frequency distribution tables, Contingency tables, Bar-chart, Histogram, Frequency polygon and pie-chart),mathematical presentation of data: Measures of central tendency :Mean, Median, Mode; Measures of variation: Range, Standard deviation, Standard of error, COvariance, Normal distribution Curve, Hypotheses Formulation, Tests of Hypotheses and significance (Parametric tests): Z test, "t'' tests, Correlation test r-test, Analysis of variance F- test, Chi- square test. Non- Parametric tests, systematic reviews and evidence based dentistry. PHRM 651-Applied Pharmacology (1Cr: 1Lec) Applied pharmacology for M.S dentistry is intended to study the effects of different drugs on the field of dentistry.study of autonomic drugs, CVS drugs, CNS drugs & antimicrobial drugs. PHYL 652-Advanced Physiology (1Cr: 1Lec) Blood; Digestive system; Autonomic Nervous System; Excitable Tissues; Endocrine System; Renal system; Cardiovascular system; Central nervous system; Renal system; Respiratory System.

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