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Medicine and Dentistry

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Overview

The postgraduate programme in periodontology provides practitioners with evidence-based knowledge and technical skills through hands-on experience and collaboration. Participants will develop treatment planning confidence and a personal case portfolio, guided by expert faculty and resources.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 11, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
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Full-time Part-time
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Requirements

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About

Overview

The postgraduate programme in periodontology aims to equip practitioners with comprehensive, evidence-based knowledge and technical skills applicable in their practice while pursuing a postgraduate education degree.

Programme Structure

The structure of the programme includes:

  • Hands-on experience with surgical techniques in periodontology.
  • Collaboration with the periodontal team to enhance understanding and teamwork skills.
  • Confidence building in treatment planning for advanced periodontal cases.
  • Development of a personal case portfolio.

Instruction and Resources

Participants will benefit from:

  • Teaching by internationally
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Subject Area Information

Dentistry is a specialized field within the health sciences that focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of oral diseases and conditions.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Dentistry

  • 2. Oral Anatomy and Physiology

  • 3. Dental Materials

  • 4. Oral Pathology

  • 5. Preventive Dentistry

  • 6. Restorative Dentistry

  • 7. Orthodontics

  • 8. Periodontology

  • 9. Endodontics

  • 10. Prosthodontics

  • 11. Oral Surgery

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Clinical Skills
  • Technical Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem-Solving Skills

Career

A dentistry program equips students with a broad range of skills and knowledge, preparing them for various specialized careers within the dental field.

Potential Professions
  • General Dentist

    Providing comprehensive dental care, including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic treatments.

  • Orthodontist

    Specializing in the alignment of teeth and jaws using braces, aligners, and other orthodontic devices.

  • Periodontist

    Focusing on the treatment of gum diseases and the placement of dental implants.

  • Endodontist

    Specializing in root canal therapy and the treatment of dental pulp diseases.

  • Oral Surgeon

    Performing surgical procedures related to the teeth, jaws, and facial structures.

  • Prosthodontist

    Creating and fitting dental prosthetics such as dentures, bridges, and implants.

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