Bachelor in Dentistry

Dentistry focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of conditions affecting the teeth, gums, and oral cavity, combining biomedical science with clinical practice. Students study anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry alongside dental-specific subjects such as oral pathology, periodontology, restorative dentistry, and oral surgery, building the scientific foundation needed for clinical dental practice. As training progresses, students move into supervised clinical work, treating patients under faculty guidance and developing hands-on skills in procedures such as fillings, extractions, and preventive care. The discipline requires precise manual skills alongside scientific knowledge, since dental treatment involves detailed procedural work within a small and sensitive area of the body. Students also learn about patient communication, treatment planning, and the ethical responsibilities involved in providing dental care. Graduates typically pursue licensure to practice as general dentists, working in private practice, hospital dental departments, or public health dental services, while others continue into specialized postgraduate training in fields such as orthodontics, oral surgery, or periodontics. The demand for dental care across general and specialized practice provides a range of career settings for graduates. This bachelor's program spans 5 years and is taught in English at Üsküdar University, located in İstanbul, Turkey. The five-year curriculum moves from foundational biomedical science through progressively more clinical, patient-facing coursework, culminating in supervised clinical practice. English-medium instruction supports engagement with international dental research and clinical standards. İstanbul's extensive healthcare infrastructure offers substantial clinical exposure opportunities during the program's later years.