Dentistry

Protecting oral health, function, and aesthetics.

Overview

Dentistry combines medical fundamentals with specialized oral health training. Core Subjects (Pre-clinical): Anatomy and Physiology (with head and neck emphasis) Oral Biology and Dental Anatomy Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology Dental Materials Core Subjects (Clinical): Restorative and Conservative Dentistry Prosthodontics (crowns, bridges, dentures) Periodontology (gums and supporting tissues) Oral Surgery and Extractions Orthodontics (teeth alignment) basics Pediatric Dentistry Endodontics (root canal treatments) Tags: Science + manual skill • Clinic-based • Patient-facing • Procedure-heavy

Specializations

Orthodontics
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Prosthodontics
Periodontology
Pediatric Dentistry
Endodontics

Career paths

General Dentist (private or public sector)
Specialist Dentist (after postgraduate training)
Academic / Clinical Instructor
Dental Public Health Specialist
Dental Product / Materials Consultant
Aesthetic Dentistry Practitioner

Study snapshot

Duration: Commonly 5–6 years + optional specialty training (3+ years)
Workload: Very high – science, lab work, and clinical practice
Difficulty: ★★★★★ — demanding academically and technically
Practical components: Pre-clinical lab practice, then clinical patient treatment
Internships: Built-in via clinical years and compulsory rotations

Where to study Dentistry in Lebanon

Beirut Arab University: Dentistry – $32,243
Lebanese University: Diploma in Dental Surgeon – $240 per year