Operative dentistry is the branch of restorative dentistry that involves study of the prevention, initiation, progression and treatment of the carious process. It involves the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of teeth with both vital and non-vital pulps and restoration of these hard tissues.<br/><br/>Fixed prosthodontics is the science and art of the restoration of missing and mutilated teeth by fabrication of fixed or removable restorations to restore a state of oral health and function. Study of fixed prosthodontics includes biomaterials and bioengineering, dental morphology, dental technology, dental implantology and occlusion. It requires current knowledge of related biology,... -- Course Website
Instructor: Associate Professor Estie Kruger