Thanks to this Postgraduate certificate you will achieve in 2 months an intensive renewal of your knowledge in the dental development of the child"

Childhood is the stage of growth and development that determines the pathologies that will be more evident in adulthood. For this reason, control and follow-up by dental professionals are key. This is known by the specialists themselves, who are constantly seeking to update their knowledge in order to offer their patients the best care, making the necessary corrections and preventing future pathologies.

A program taught exclusively online, which will allow students to delve into the fundamentals of growth and development, as well as the different stages of dental development, the most notable anomalies and treatments used. All this, with multimedia material based on video summaries, interactive diagrams and essential readings, which will favor the consolidation of knowledge in a more visual and agile way.

Likewise, the simulations of practical cases presented by the experts who teach this program will be very useful, thanks to their direct application in the daily clinical practice. In this way, students will not only have an exhaustive syllabus, but will also have at their disposal different activities and exercises with which to achieve a more complete update.

A high-level program offered by TECH to dental professionals, who also want a flexible program that allows them to combine their personal and/or work responsibilities with an unparalleled degree. Students only need an electronic device to be able to view the content of this Postgraduate certificate, whenever and wherever they wish. Without attendance or fixed schedules, students will have the freedom to distribute the course load according to their needs. An enriching academic experience according to the current times.

In addition, in order to raise the quality of the program to the maximum, the teaching staff of the program will include an internationally renowned figure in the field of Pediatric Dentistry, characterized not only by his long and extensive career, but also by his countless contributions to dental practice. The content of this Postgraduate certificate includes more than an hour and a half of exclusive masterclasses divided into 10 videos, thanks to which the graduate will be able to delve into the techniques and procedures that have revolutionized this field with the help of one of its best professionals.

A Postgraduate certificate with which you will delve into the primary dentition, mixed first and second stage and permanent dentition"

This Postgraduate certificate in Growth and Development in Pediatric Dentistry contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Dentistry
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Having the support of a renowned figure in the field of Pediatric Dentistry with access to 10 exclusive masterclasses will allow you to learn about their strategies for success"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive knowledge programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

With this Postgraduate certificate you will get a renewal of your knowledge about growth and development in pediatric patients"

A program designed for professionals who want an exclusively online program that allows them to combine it with other areas of their life"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals from the best dental centers and universities in the national and international territory, aware of the importance of updating knowledge in order to be able to intervene in the different problems or anomalies during the development of the child. Therefore, students who study this program will be immersed for 2 months in a syllabus with multimedia content and real clinical cases that will allow them to put themselves in a situation with different pathologies. Likewise, the library of teaching resources will allow them to extend the syllabus of this Postgraduate certificate.

Relearning will allow you to learn with less effort and better performance, involving you more in your Postgraduate certificate, developing a critical mindset, defending arguments, and contrasting opinions”

Module 1. Growth and Development: Changes in Orofacial Structures and Associated Pathologies

1.1. Growth and Development

1.1.1. Introduction
1.1.2. Definitions and Fundamentals of Growth and Development

1.1.2.1. Prenatal Growth
1.1.2.2. Postnatal Growth
1.1.2.3. Factors That Impact Growth and Development
1.1.2.4. Theories of Growth and Development
1.1.2.5. Basic Concepts of General and Craniofacial Growth
1.1.2.6. Development of the Maxilla
1.1.2.7. Jaw Development
1.1.2.8. Growth and Development of the Dental Arches. Primary Dentition Stages, Mixed Dentition Stages, Anterior Replacement, Lateral Replacement. Dimensional Changes of the Arches
1.1.2.9. Differential Human Growth. Krogman's Childhood Ages, Growth Markers, Growth Acceleration (Spikes) and Growth Assessment Methods and Their Importance in Pediatric Dentistry

1.2. Dentition Development, Eruption, Exfoliation and Occlusion of Teeth

1.2.1. Introduction. Dental Development. Odontogenesis
1.2.2. Stages of Dental Development

1.2.2.1. Stages of Morphological Development
1.2.2.2. Stages of Histophysiological Development

1.2.3. Dental Eruption and Exfoliation

1.2.3.1. Concepts and Theories of Eruption
1.2.3.2. Eruption Abnormalities: Pre-Eruptive/Pre/ Functional and Post-Eruptive/Functional Eruption
1.2.3.3. Dental Exfoliation

1.2.4. Clinical Problems During Dental Eruption

1.2.4.1. Eruption of the First Teeth, “Teething”, and Their Management
1.2.4.2. Natal and Neonatal Teeth
1.2.4.3. Other Oral Lesions Connected to Eruption

1.2.4.3.1. Factors Affecting Dentition Development. Local and Systemic Factors

1.2.5. Occlusion Development

1.2.5.1. Characteristics and Different Stages
1.2.5.2. Gingival Flange
1.2.5.3. Occlusion in Primary Dentition
1.2.5.4. Occlusion in Mixed Dentition
1.2.5.5. Occlusion in Permanent Dentition

1.3. Tooth Development Abnormalities

1.3.1. Shape and Number Abnormalities

1.3.1.1. Introduction
1.3.1.2. Tooth Number Abnormalities: Concept
1.3.1.3. Dental Agenesis: Etiology and Manifestations
1.3.1.4. Clinics, Diagnosis and Therapeutic Options
1.3.1.5. Supernumerary Teeth: Etiology and Manifestations
1.3.1.6. Clinics, Diagnosis and Therapeutic Options
1.3.1.7. Local Morphological Alterations: Regional Odontodysplasia, Macrodontia and Microdontia, Gemmation, Fusion, Cusps and Accessory Tubercles,  Dens in Dente and Taurodontism

1.3.2. Enamel Structure Disorders

1.3.2.1. Enamel. Nature
1.3.2.2. Histology of Healthy Enamel
1.3.2.3. Amelogenesis

1.3.3. Enamel Disorders as a Syndromic Feature
1.3.4. Genetic Dysplasias Imperfect Amelogenesis. Generalities and Types

1.3.4.1. AI Type I Hypoplastic
1.3.4.2. AI Type II Hypomaturative
1.3.4.3. AI Type III Hypocalcified
1.3.4.4. AI Type IV Hypomaturative-Hypoplastic With Taurodontism

1.3.5. Environmental Dysplasias

1.3.5.1. Hypoplasia Due to Fluoride Ingestion
1.3.5.2. Hypoplasia Due to Nutritional Deficits
1.3.5.3. Hypoplasias Due to Exanthematous Diseases
1.3.5.4. Hypoplasias Due to Prenatal Infections
1.3.5.5. Hypoplasias Due to Neuropathies
1.3.5.6. Hypoplasias Due to Inborn Errors of Metabolism

1.3.6. Hypoplasias Due to Local Factors: Apical Infection, Trauma, Surgery, Irradiation
1.3.7. Treating Hypoplastic Teeth

1.4. Incisor-Molar Hypomineralization (IMH). Etiology and Diagnosis

1.4.1. The Concept of Incisor-Molar Hypomineralization
1.4.2. Histological Features of Hipomineralized Enamel
1.4.3. The Tissues Under Hypomineralized Enamel: Dentin-Pulp Complex
1.4.4. Etiological Factors

1.4.4.1. Genetic and Ethnic Factors

1.4.5. Environmental Factors

1.4.5.1. Hypoxia
1.4.5.2. Hypocalcemia
1.4.5.3. Hypokalemia
1.4.5.4. High Fever
1.4.5.5. Drugs:
1.4.5.6. Environmental Toxicity
1.4.5.7. Breastfeeding
1.4.5.8. Fluoride
1.4.5.9. Others

1.4.6. Influence of the Period of Action of the Causative Agent on the Development of Incisor-Molar Hypomineralization
1.4.7. Clinical Manifestations

1.4.7.1. Pattern of Affectation
1.4.7.2. Diagnostic Criteria
1.4.7.3. Associated Clinical Problems

1.4.8. Differential Diagnosis
1.4.9. Severity Criteria
1.4.10. Epidemiological Analysis

1.5. Incisor-Molar Hypomineralization (IMH). Prevention and Treatment

1.5.1. Prevention

1.5.1.1. Dietary and Oral Hygiene Recommendations
1.5.1.2. Early Diagnosis
1.5.1.3. Remineralization and Desensitization
1.5.1.4. Pit and Fissure Sealants

1.5.2. Restorative Treatment

1.5.2.1. Treatment of Enamel Opacities in Incisors
1.5.2.2. Restorative and Prosthetic Treatment of Molar Teeth
1.5.2.3. General Aspects of Cavity Preparation
1.5.2.4. Molar Restoration
1.5.2.5. Difficulties Treating Teeth With IMH
1.5.2.6. Causes and Consequences of Bonding Difficulties in Enamel and Dentin

1.5.3. Exodontics
1.5.4. Affected Behavior in Patients with Previous Experience of Pain

1.6. Dentin Structure Abnormalities

1.6.1. Introduction
1.6.2. Dentin Alterations as a Syndromic Element: Familial Hypophosphatemic Rickets, Pseudohypoparathyroidism, Other Syndromes
1.6.3. Genetic Dysplasias

1.6.3.1. Dentinogenesis Imperfecta: Classification: Shields Type  I, II and III
1.6.3.2. Dentin Dysplasia: Classification: Shields Type I, II and III

1.6.4. Treating Hypoplastic Teeth

1.7. Eruption Abnormalities

1.7.1. Introduction
1.7.2. Natal and Neonatal Teeth
1.7.3. Development Cysts
1.7.4. Early Eruption. Late Eruption
1.7.5. Premature Loss of Primary Teeth
1.7.6. Ectopic Eruption
1.7.7. Dental Ankylosis
1.7.8. Failure of Permanent Teeth to Erupt

1.8. Dental Erosion in Children

1.8.1. Concept
1.8.2. Epidemiology of Dental Erosion
1.8.3. Pathogenesis of Dental Erosion
1.8.4. Etiological Factors

1.8.4.1. Biological Factors: Saliva and the Anatomy of the Hard and Soft Tissues of the Mouth
1.8.4.2. Chemical Factors: Nature, Acidity, pH and Buffery Capacity, Adhesion and Mineral Content of Food
1.8.4.3. Behavioral Factors: Behavioral Factors: Daytime and Nighttime Food and Beverage Consumption, Vomiting, Regurgitation, and Intake of Medications and Oral Hygiene
1.8.4.4. General Health Status of the Child
1.8.4.5. Habits
1.8.4.6. Education and Socioeconomic Level
1.8.4.7. Knowledge on the Etiology of the Disease

1.8.5. Clinical Manifestations
1.8.6. Diagnosis of Dental Erosion
1.8.7. Differential Diagnosis of Dental Erosion

With this program you will be able to update your knowledge on the diagnosis of different clinical manifestations in infantile and juvenile patients"