Dentistry - Dentistry

In 1995, Beirut Arab University (BAU) established its Faculty of Dentistry as the 9th faculty, ensuring that the training and education given to future dentists equips them with the skills needed for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of abnormalities related to teeth and associated oral tissues.

The Faculty of Dentistry is constituted of the following Departments and Divisions:

• Biological & Diagnostic Sciences includes:
• Oral Biology
• Oral Diagnosis & Radiology
• Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology
• Developmental Sciences includes:
• Orthodontics
• Pediatric Dentistry
• Public Health & Behavioural Sciences
• Oral Rehabilitation Sciences includes:
• Dental Biomaterials
• Fixed Prosthodontics
• Removable Prosthodontics
• Oral Surgical Sciences includes:
• Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Periodontology
• Implantology
• Restorative Sciences includes:
• Dental Anatomy
• Endodontics
• Operative & Esthetic Dentistry

To be an internationally-recognized leading dental institution with an outstanding impact on oral health through excellence in education, patient-centered care, community-based research and public health services.

The Faculty of Dentistry is committed to provide its students with high quality dental education and advanced training through the integration of contemporary science-based knowledge and innovative technology into the delivery of patient care. In order to achieve the primary goal of improving the oral health of the diverse population, the Faculty will continue to respond effectively to changes in education, health care delivery and research to ensure a supply of committed professional graduates who are able to provide optimum oral health care service.

• To prepare graduates with a strong foundation of evidence-based dental education, comprehensive clinical practice, cultural competency and values that satisfy the needs of the national, regional and international job-market through the continuous reform of curricula.
• To provide and promote the delivery of optimal patient-centered oral healthcare and community service with emphasis on prevention in a variety of settings to fulfill the needs of a diverse population.
• To contribute significantly to the advancement of high quality research.
• To act as a source of life-long learning and provide continual professional development.
• To strengthen academic cooperation and relations at the national and international levels.

• Associateship Opportunities:

In an associateship, you work as an employee of the group practice or lead dentist.

• Associate in a Group Practice or Dental Services Organization:

A group practice or dental service organization connects a team of dental providers under one roof.

• Private Practice:

Go into business for yourself and enjoy all the benefits of self-employment in private practice.

• Academic Dentistry and Dental Education:

One career path to consider is a career in dental education, you can deliver your dental knowledge and teach the next generation of dentists.

• Research:

A research career can be very fulfilling, whether you work at a university or specialized center of health or in the private sector.

• Public Health Care Policy Expert:

You can put your skills to good use on a community, state, regional or national level. Dentists may provide services to rehabilitation centers, elderly homes and social centers.

• Federal Dentistry Opportunities:

You have a base salary, benefits, and competitive compensation when working for the federal government as the different branches of the military or a policy position with Health and Human Services.

• International Healthcare:

Dentists working in international health care provide services to children and adults in developing countries, often through agencies such as WHO or other global public health organizations.

• Career Pathways:

You can be an entrepreneur and commercialize oraltech, or work at a corporation/manufacturer, a distributor, or an insurer.

• Use Your State Dental Association:

Find your state’s dental association or society and become a member. Many open positions for dentists are posted through these groups.