Bachelor in Dentistry

Dentistry is the study and practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and oral cavity. Coursework typically covers oral anatomy, dental materials, restorative dentistry, periodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, and radiology, alongside foundational courses in human anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry. Students progress from classroom and laboratory instruction to supervised clinical practice, where they examine and treat patients under the guidance of licensed faculty. Clinical training covers procedures such as fillings, extractions, root canal treatment, and preventive care, along with the use of dental imaging and diagnostic tools. Graduates become licensed dentists, working in private practice, dental clinics, hospitals, or public health settings, and some pursue further specialization in areas such as orthodontics or oral surgery. This bachelor's program is taught in English at Near East University in Lefkoşa, Northern Cyprus, and spans 5 years of study, reflecting the extensive clinical training required in dental education. English-medium instruction is intended to prepare graduates for licensing processes and practice in international settings. The early years of the program emphasize basic sciences and pre-clinical skills, while later years involve direct patient care under supervision. Students also study infection control, patient management, and dental ethics as part of clinical preparation. Over the 5-year program based in Lefkoşa, students build the scientific knowledge and hands-on clinical competence required to practice dentistry upon graduation and licensure.