Dentistry

Dentistry is the study of oral health and hygiene, providing you with a unique opportunity to help people maintain their smiles and overall well-being. In this course, you'll gain hands-on experience in dental surgery, sedation techniques, and clinical governance—essential skills for a career as a dentist or dental technician.


With a background in dentistry, you could become a practicing dentist, a dental technician crafting custom appliances, or even a laboratory technician contributing to dental research. The world of dentistry is constantly evolving, and with advancements in technology and treatment methods, there's always something new to explore.


Beyond technical expertise, success in dentistry requires strong communication skills, resilience, mentorship, teamwork, and adherence to ethical standards and conduct. If you're passionate about oral health, have a knack for problem-solving, and want to make a lasting impact on people's lives, then dentistry could be the perfect fit for your aspirations.


Helpful subjects:
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics

Hard Skills

  1. Dental surgery
  2. Sedation
  3. Clinical governance
  4. Dental specialisms like orthodontics

Soft Skills

  1. Communication
  2. Resilience
  3. Mentorship
  4. Teamwork
  5. Ethical standards and conduct

Average Starting Salary

MYR 7,504

Career paths

  • Dentist
  • Dental technician
  • Laboratory technician
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