Prosthodontics (PhD)

About the Program

The Prosthetic Dentistry Doctorate program offers opportunities for work and internship experiences around the world. It is open to both international and Cypriot students. It is designed according to European standards and guidelines and the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a Doctorate Diploma in Prosthetic Dentistry.

The applicant must have a master's degree in Dentistry in order to be accepted to the doctoral program. Candidates applying to the doctoral program must have a graduation degree that meets the minimum grade point average determined by the Department of Prosthodontics.

Program Aim and Outcomes

It is a program that teaches clinical applications of prosthetic dentistry, current information, and technologies, and fixed and removable prostheses theoretically and practically. Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for TMJ and maxillofacial defects are taught and applied. General properties of current materials used in dentistry are taught. By presenting seminars, cases, and articles, current developments are followed and reflected in clinical practices.

The aim of the program is; To train dentists who are competent in the field of Prosthetic Dentistry, at the national and international levels, have critical thinking and scientific understanding, are contemporary, self-confident and tolerant, devoted to their duties, respectful of ethical values, successful and open to competition, and equipped to work as researchers and educators.

With this program, students;

Will have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Prosthetic Dentistry and apply this knowledge throughout their professional life. In addition to basic prosthetic treatments, they learn advanced prosthetic treatment options (implant-supported restorations, hybrid prostheses, overdenture prostheses, etc.).

Will have information about all materials, tools, and devices used in the field of Prosthetic Dentistry.

In order to apply the most ideal prosthetic treatment to the patients, they practice within their knowledge.

Career Opportunities

You can apply for academic positions at different universities, private clinics, hospitals, etc. You can work as a clinician in the units. In addition, students who graduate from this program can further their education by applying to post-doctoral positions.