DENTAL HYGIENE AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Hygiene and technology is a multimodal course in the field of dental laboratory where dental hygiene is complemented with dental technology. It is the study of dental diseases, preventive therapy and patient’s counseling.
A dental laboratory technologist is trained craftsman who works with precision, great concentration and patience, with high standard of hand skills. As a member of dental health team, a dental laboratory technologist provides a service to dentists by constructing for them a variety of appliances to repair, replace, or reposition teeth of patients whose natural teeth are broken, missing or need repositioning. The program provides theoretical and technical training for the construction of these dental appliances
The College of Medical Technology started this program in the year 2017 with a comprehensive course plan and training of the technologists preparing them to meet the challenges of the developments in the field. This course provides students with a well-rounded education in all aspects of dental technology whilst also challenging their ability to problem-solve. A Dental Technology degree provides the best foundation for the aspiring dental technologist who may progress to work in a laboratory or be self-employed
Clinical Training
The teaching and learning scheme at Ziauddin University provides its learner training where they can acquire the skills necessary for dental technologists.
Design and construction of complete dentures, removable partial dentures, fixed partial dentures, orthodontic appliances. Dental Technologist concentrates on area of dental technology after graduation and specializes in denture construction, metal and porcelain bridge work, or tooth repositioning appliances. A licensed or registered Dental Laboratory Technician may own and operate a dental laboratory to provide services to a dentist, a number of dentists, or a group practice of dentists
Course in specialized techniques are presented to students in laboratory, demonstration and lecture classes. Practical laboratory work is emphasized in the courses to prepare the student for employment. These trainings start after every semester examination at Dental Department of Ziauddin University Clifton and the cycle continues till the final year of the undergraduate programme.