BDS · Health Sciences
BDS Dentistry
- Qualification
- BDS
- Duration
- 5 years
- Region
- Greater Accra
Overview
BDS Dentistry trains you to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the teeth, mouth and surrounding structures. At the University of Ghana, you gain professional clinical preparation to improve oral health in Ghana, where access to preventive and restorative dental care remains important, while developing a respected and internationally transferable health profession.
What you will study
You study anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology, oral biology, dental materials, radiography and public health. Clinical training covers oral diagnosis, preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, periodontology, oral surgery, prosthodontics, orthodontics, paediatric dentistry and patient communication.
Career prospects
After the required professional registration, you can work as a dentist in hospitals, private clinics, dental centres, universities, public health programmes or the Ghana Health Service. With further training, you may specialise in areas such as orthodontics, oral surgery or prosthodontics, and you can pursue opportunities in international health systems, research and humanitarian organisations.
Who this programme may suit
You are likely to thrive if you are compassionate, scientifically curious and comfortable working precisely with your hands. Patience, strong communication, emotional maturity and a commitment to lifelong learning are essential for caring for patients.