Bachelor in Dentistry

Dentistry is the study of oral health, covering the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and jaw. Early coursework typically includes anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, histology, and microbiology, building the biomedical foundation needed for clinical dental practice. Students then move into subjects such as oral pathology, radiology, periodontology, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and orthodontics, combining classroom instruction with laboratory training on dental materials and techniques. Clinical training under faculty supervision is a core part of the later years of the program, giving students direct experience examining and treating patients before graduation. The curriculum also addresses preventive care, patient communication, and the use of dental imaging and diagnostic technology, preparing students for the full range of tasks expected of a practicing dentist. Graduates pursue careers as general dental practitioners, and many go on to specialize further in fields such as orthodontics, oral surgery, or pediatric dentistry, working in private practice, hospitals, or public health settings. This bachelor's program is delivered in English over 5 years at Bahçeşehir University in İstanbul, Turkey, reflecting the extended training required to qualify as a dentist. English-medium instruction allows students to engage directly with international dental research and clinical literature, while İstanbul's large population and network of hospitals and dental clinics provide extensive opportunities for clinical training. Over the 5 years of study, students progress from foundational biomedical sciences through preclinical laboratory work to supervised clinical practice, culminating in the practical competence required to begin professional dental practice.