Relatório de atividade clínica

Abstract

Dentistry is the medical field that concerns itself with the oral cavity, the maxillofacial area and associated structures, from the study and diagnostics to the prevention and treatment of pathophysiological conditions. According to the World Health Organization, health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being of an individual. However in the current society, oral health is normally relegated to a secondary position, where a curing/restorative mentality exists. Therefore the dentist should encourage the prevention of risky behaviors, from the earliest age, emphasizing the patient’s well-being as well as the promotion of health. This report’s aim is to describe and reflect upon the clinical activity performed during the 5th year curriculum of Dentistry at the Catholic University of Portugal within the various courses. Based on the knowledge and principles learned, as well as the clinical history of the patient, the diagnosis made and the elaborated treatment plan, the clinical acts are described in the capacity of both surgeon and assistant alike. This data is handled and divided between several sections and subjects, discussing and ultimately framing them in a theoretical context, underscoring relevant clinical cases. Due to the constant advancement of technology, scientific knowledge and its applications in this area, it is essential for a dentist to be kept up to date, so that an integrated clinical practice and the elaboration of an all-encompassing treatment plan that focus on maximizing prevention, treatment and prognosis of the several conditions and diseases may be achieved.

Date of Award	9 Sept 2014
Original language	Portuguese
Awarding Institution	Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Supervisor	Rui Amaral Mendes (Supervisor)