1 | To be able to classify materials used in dentistry according to their fundamental structures and areas of application. |
2 | To be able to define the fundamental physical (thermal, optical), mechanical (hardness, elasticity, strength), chemical (corrosion, solubility), and biological (biocompatibility) properties of dental materials. |
3 | To be able to explain the concept of biocompatibility and the clinical significance of a material's interaction with intraoral living tissues. |
4 | To be able to select the most appropriate material, along with its scientific rationale, for a specific treatment area and objective when presented with simple clinical scenarios. |
5 | To be able to comprehend the theoretical foundation of the clinical application and manipulation principles for different material groups. |
6 | To be able to interpret the underlying scientific reasons for material-related failures in clinical applications by correlating them with the material's properties. |
7 | To be able to compare and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of alternative dental material options. |