Doctor in Periodontology (DrPerio)
Offered by: MAHSA University
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Exam Body | Internal Degree, Malaysia |
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Course Duration | - |
Part Time/Full Time | Full Time / Part Time |
Faculty | Faculty of Dentistry |
Conducted entirely in Malaysia | Yes |
Awarding Country | Malaysia |
Level of Study | Bachelor's Degree Level |
Field of Study | Medicine & Healthcare |
Course Description | The Doctor in Periodontology (DrPerio) is a three-year clinical coursework programme designed to provide effective integration of knowledge encompassing the comprehensive diagnosis and management of patients who require treatment procedures involving periodontology and implantology. This programme also exposes candidates to a multidisciplinary health team, enabling the candidates to provide holistic treatment to the patients by using the comprehensive knowledge given to them under this programme. As part of the program, each student will conduct a research project in the field of Periodontology with their research supervisor guidance and the results of their research will be written up as a thesis and scientific paper(s) can be published in journals. The program delivery is done in multiple teaching strategies such as Seminars, Journal clubs, Case presentations, small group discussions, and clinical skill training with simulations on models and/or animal specimens, clinical training on patients for non-surgical and various periodontal surgical procedures, Implant surgeries and restorations, aesthetic soft tissue corrections etc. Students are trained to conduct audit and present audit report as a part of their entrepreneurial training. Besides, students have an opportunity to participate in community camps and projects to foster social responsibility. To join this program, students need to have completed a one-year Master's degree in Orofacial Sciences, including a specific course in Periodontology, or an equivalent qualification. This combination of a one-year Master's degree followed by a three-year Doctorate program creates a specialized training path. Graduates of this program will be eligible to become recognized specialists in Periodontology under the Malaysian Dental Act of 2018. |
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Career Prospects | SPECIALISTS in Periodontology at the
Private Dental Clinics |
All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.
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