Overview

It is a five- year academic program with 211 credit hours divided over 14 semesters. It involves academic, laboratory and clinical training to prepare students to become licensed general dental practioners.

Vision

The vision of the Doctor of dental surgery program is to cultivate dentists with high degree of clinical skills, leadership and professionalism

Mission

The mission for the doctor of dental surgery program is to educate dental students to serve the community and enhance dental awareness.

Goals

The comprehensive program curriculum was designed to prepare  qualified dentists who are able to provide distinguished health care for the community.

Career of Graduates

Graduates can work at private or governmental dental clinics in addition to working as teaching and research  assistants in dental colleges .

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students should be equipped with comprehensive knowledge, skills, and abilities to excel in their endeavors.

1. Professionalism

1.1 Demonstrate leadership, and teamwork skills necessary for the provision of effective dentistry practice.

1.2 Recognize and apply the rules and regulations that govern the dental profession.

1.3 Practice dentistry with high professional attitude and work ethics.

1.4 Develop effective communication skills with dental patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams.

2. Scientific and clinical knowledge

2.1 Recall the theories and principles of population oral health

2.2 Recognize and apply cross infection control guidelines in dental practice.

2.3. Identify the scientific basis, application and risks of using radiation

2.4 Understand the scientific basis, application, limitations and risks of using dental materials

2.5 Discuss oral health behaviors, disease prevention, and health promotion measures to individual patients and society members.

2.6 Apply the knowledge in the behavioral, basic & biomedical, and dental sciences for the provision of high standard oral health care.

2.7 Recognize the effects of systemic medical conditions on the management of oral health.

2.8 Recognize the boundaries of general dental practice advanced cases that need specialist care and refer to the appropriate specialist.

3.Critical thinking and research

3.1  Appreciate the role of research in advancing knowledge and clinical practice.

3.2  Execute scientific seminar projects for advancing knowledge in dental clinical practice.

3.3  Apply critical thinking, clinical judgment and decision making to making to practice problems.

4.Patient care

4.1 Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning 

4.1.1. Perform necessary clinical, radiographic, and histopathologic examinations for assessing dental patient’s needs and interpret results.

4.1.2  Assess and record a relevant history of the patient’s medical, social and oral health status.

4.1.3. Differentiate normal or abnormal status of the oral and dental tissues and structures, and formulate individualized treatment plans.

 

4.2 Clinical treatment and evaluation

4.2.1. Demonstrate compassionate, and evidence-based practice for the care of patients with dental needs.

4.2.2  Apply the principles of prevention and demonstrate minimal invasive treatment in the management of dental and oral factures.

4.2.3  Manage patient’s anxiety and pain related to the dentition, mouth and associated structures.

4.2.4. Demonstrate effective surgical and non-surgical skills interventions necessary to restore the function of the defected oral and dental structures.

4.2.5.  Prescribe appropriate pharmaceutical agents for dental patients in need. 

4.2.6  Evaluate and monitor the progress of treatment and oral health outcomes 

4.2.7. Recognize and manage medical and dental emergencies appropriately.

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