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  • The aim is to enhance the training of periodontics specialists by updating competencies, learning outcomes, and evaluation methods in response to the 2018 Classification of Periodontal Diseases and EFP Clinical Guidelines.
  • The research involved gathering evidence from scientific databases and European higher education policies, alongside surveys sent to program directors and graduates.
  • Results showed that curricula are regularly updated, graduates feel positively about their training, though concerns exist regarding mucogingival and surgical instruction, and there’s a shift towards more interactive teaching methods while assessments should incorporate diverse evaluation techniques.*

Article Abstract

Aim: To update the competences and learning outcomes and their evaluation, educational methods and education quality assurance for the training of contemporary specialists in periodontology, including the impact of the 2018 Classification of Periodontal and Peri-implant Diseases and Conditions (2018 Classification hereafter) and the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs).

Methods: Evidence was gathered through scientific databases and by searching for European policies on higher education. In addition, two surveys were designed and sent to program directors and graduates.

Results: Program directors reported that curricula were periodically adapted to incorporate advances in diagnosis, classification, treatment guidelines and clinical techniques, including the 2018 Classification and the EFP CPGs. Graduates evaluated their overall training positively, although satisfaction was limited for training in mucogingival and surgical procedures related to dental implants. Traditional educational methods, such as didactic lectures, are still commonly employed, but they are now often associated with more interactive methods such as case-based seminars and problem-based and simulation-based learning. The evaluation of competences/learning outcomes should employ multiple methods of assessment.

Conclusion: An update of competences and learning outcomes of specialist training in periodontology is proposed, including knowledge and practical application of the 2018 Classification and CPGs. Harmonizing specialist training in periodontology is a critical issue at the European level.

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