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Faculty of Dentistry

General Information (At a Glance)

    • Faculty: Faculty of Dentistry
    • Language of Instruction: 100% Turkish | 100% English
    • Duration of Education: 5 Years
    • Educational Model: Integrated Theoretical, Preclinical, and Clinical Education
    • Degree Awarded: Dentist (Equivalent to DDS / DMD)
    • Campus: Söğütözü Campus & Lokman Hekim University Dental Hospital
    • Quota: 40 (2025 Application Period)

Education Model – 3-Phase Integrated Medical Program

  • Years 1–2:
    Fundamental and clinical dentistry courses with a strong theoretical foundation
  • Year 3:
    Hands-on training in phantom and preclinical laboratories using simulated patients
  • Years 4–5:
    Clinical education with real patients at Lokman Hekim University Dental Hospital

A Comprehensive Approach to Dental Education

The Faculty of Dentistry at Lokman Hekim University offers a comprehensive, practice-oriented undergraduate education designed to train competent and ethically responsible dentists. The program is built on an integrated curriculum that combines basic medical sciences, preclinical laboratory training, and extensive clinical practice, enabling students to gradually develop strong professional competencies and graduate with the title of dentist.

Dental education follows a structured, multi-stage model. In the early years, students gain a solid foundation in basic medical and dental sciences. This is followed by intensive preclinical training in simulation and prosthetics laboratories, where students develop manual skills and clinical techniques in a controlled environment. In the later stages, education is completed through hands-on clinical practice on real patients at Lokman Hekim University Dental Hospital.

The Faculty of Dentistry provides a strong clinical learning environment supported by modern technology, simulation laboratories, and fully equipped dental prosthetics laboratories. Students perform procedures using contemporary dental systems and materials, while live demonstrations by academic staff support one-to-one learning. All necessary consumables for practical training are provided by the university, allowing students to focus fully on skill development and clinical proficiency.

Graduates of the Faculty of Dentistry have broad career opportunities in both public and private sectors. They may work in public oral and dental health centers, private clinics, hospitals, or establish their own practices. In addition, graduates may pursue academic careers or specialize in various fields through the Dentistry Specialization Examination (DUS). The strong theoretical and clinical foundation provided by the program ensures high employability at both national and international levels.

With Erasmus+ exchange programs, bilateral international agreements, and opportunities for overseas education and internships, Lokman Hekim University Faculty of Dentistry supports students in gaining global academic and clinical experience. Combined with a strong academic staff, modern infrastructure, and a student-centered approach, the faculty offers a well-rounded dental education aligned with international standards.

Key Details About Faculty of Dentistry
(Turkish & English Programs)

  • Phantom & Simulation Laboratories:
    Safe and structured skill development before clinical practice
  • Preclinical Laboratories:
    Training in restorative dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, and operative procedures
  • Dental Prosthetics Laboratories:
    Hands-on experience in casting, pressing, modeling, and impression techniques
  • Lokman Hekim University Dental Hospital:
    One-on-one clinical training with a diverse patient population
  • Employment in public and private hospitals
  • Work in private dental clinics or establish an independent practice
  • Career opportunities in health tourism
  • Academic career paths (research assistant / faculty member)
  • Specialization through the Dental Specialty Examination (DUS) in fields such as Orthodontics, Endodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, and more
  • Erasmus+ student exchange and traineeship programs
  • Partner universities across Europe and other regions
  • International clinical observation and short-term internship opportunities
  • Academic and professional English language support
  • Turkish Program

    • 25% Scholarship Tuition: 690,000 TL

    English Program

    • 50% Scholarship Tuition: 460,000 TL

    2024–2025 ÖSYS Placement Ranks

    Turkish Program

    • 100% Scholarship: 28,053 – 31,624

    • 25% Scholarship: 41,407 – 56,324

    English Program

    • 100% Scholarship: 29,627 – 31,624

    • 50% Scholarship: 33,873 – 50,059

  • Discounted access to the NFit Sports Center
  • Free medical examinations and 70% discount on diagnostic tests at university hospitals
  • Scholarship opportunities based on academic achievement and high school GPA
  • Clinical training in the university’s own dental hospital
  • Curriculum aligned with European dental education standards (ADEE)
  • Experienced academic staff with international expertise
  • Strong preclinical and simulation infrastructure
  • Fully equipped dental prosthetics and laboratory facilities
  • International exchange and internship opportunities (Erasmus+)
  • Having a high school diploma grade of 70/100 or higher.
  • Having successfully completed high school courses in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • Being under the age of 35 at the time of registration.
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