Doctor in Dental Medicine (DENT I-VI)
The Doctor of Dental Medicine program spans six years, encompassing basic science, clinical practice, and public health courses. Graduates are equipped to promote oral health, engage in lifelong learning, conduct research, and provide quality care globally.

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Program Description
The Doctor of Dental Medicine program is a six-year program consisting of basic science, clinical science and dental public health courses. The Dental of Medicine program aims to produce graduates for the general practice of the profession who are scientifically knowledgeable, technically capable, and socially sensitive in the maintenance of health. The graduate shall advance oral health as an integral part of general health and total well-being of the individual.
Offerings:
- Pre-Dental Program (2 Years)
- Doctor in Dental Medicine (Dentistry Proper Program)
Program Objectives
The Doctor of Dental Medicine aims to produce graduates who shall;
- Pursue lifelong learning who promote the values and goals of the profession.
- Engage in innovative research that will contribute to the body of knowledge relevant to the practice of the profession in clinical and community settings.
- Practice and promote safe and effective management plan for the patients based on understanding of the basic and clinical sciences.
- Foster collaborative practice to enhance patient outcomes on oral and overall health as well as the standard of treatment.
Program Outcomes
Dental education shall produce graduates who are globally competitive and have the ability to:
- PO1. Provide quality oral health care.
- PO2. Communicate effectively.
- PO3. Plan and deliver community extension for dental services.
- PO4. Engage in research activities.
- PO5. Apply and practice business principles and entrepreneurship processes.
- PO6. Appreciate and practice the value of a lifelong learner.
- PO7. Practice ethical / legal / moral principles and social accountability.
- PO8. Demonstrate nationalism, internationalism, and dedication to service.
- PO9. Utilize systems based approach to health care.
- P10. Collaborate with inter-professional teams.
Career Opportunities
- Endodontist
- Periodontist
- Orthodontist
- Dental Implantologist
- Cosmetic Dentist
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