Bachelor in Dentistry

Dentistry trains students in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and oral cavity. Coursework typically covers anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and microbiology in the earlier years, followed by clinical subjects such as oral surgery, periodontology, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and endodontics, combined with supervised clinical practice on patients in later years. Students learn to use diagnostic imaging, perform restorative and surgical procedures, and apply preventive care principles, developing both manual precision and clinical judgment. The program is offered at Başkent University in Ankara, Turkey, with instruction delivered in English, preparing graduates to communicate with patients and colleagues in an international clinical context. As a bachelor program spanning 5 years, the curriculum is structured to build from foundational biomedical science toward extensive hands-on clinical training, reflecting the practical nature of dental education. Laboratory work, clinical rotations, and patient case studies form a substantial part of the later years of study. Graduates typically go on to practice as general dentists, pursue specialized postgraduate training in fields such as orthodontics or oral surgery, or work in dental research and public health. Based in Ankara, students benefit from access to university clinical facilities that provide supervised patient care experience throughout their studies. Dentistry combines scientific knowledge with technical skill, preparing graduates for a profession centered on direct patient care and long-term oral health outcomes.