Technology of Prosthetic Dentistry Program

Technology of Prosthetic Dentistry Program

Required Courses	Dual Degree	Duration
50 Courses	Not Available	8 Semesters
Language	Credit Hours	Annual Fees
English	130 Hours	42,000 EGP

Program Overview

Put a smile on people’s faces every day as a Prosthetic Dentistry technologist and brush up your career opportunities! This unique program at GU offers you an outstanding learning experience and gives you the chance to join a one of a kind field in Egypt.

This specialized program at GU qualifies graduates to work in dental laboratories. It provides the students with the basic sciences focusing on acquiring practical skills and mastering the use of dental equipment and devices based on a full understanding of the engineering fundamentals as well as full training in terms of operation and maintenance.

The program also provides students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of the construction of complete and partial dentures whether acrylic or cobalt chrome. Students practice the construction of fixed prostheses including metal-related ceramics, complete ceramics as well as prostheses supported by dental implants. Moreover, the program provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge to fabricate different orthodontic devices used in dentistry.

Furthermore, students learn how to builds facial and maxillofacial prostheses, such as ears, nose and eyes. Additionally, students will be able to perform different oro-maxillofacial radiographic pictures according to the prescription of dentist. Students will learn how to be dental assistants in clinics as well as administer comprehensive advice on oral and dental hygiene for the patients according to their needs. Those who complete the program successfully will be given the title of “Dental Prosthesis Technologist”.

Dental Prosthesis Technologists work in a commercial dental laboratory that belongs to dental clinics or they can be self-employed. They are masters of their craft and are essential members of the dental-health care team. They receive ,for example, dental impressions and prescriptions from the dentist, apply their skill and expertise in fabricating the prescribed appliance then return it to the dentist for placement in the patient’s mouth.

Our program offers a comprehensive education with specialized academic staff and a multidisciplinary approach which enables our students to gain the highest level of professional experience while studying in well-equipped labs with modern infrastructure designed for practical courses.
To be successful, you’ll need to display meticulous attention to detail and to merge technical skills with artistry. Much of your work will depend on hand skills to fine-tune each piece to exact specifications. You'll also work with specialized equipment in the laboratory and use different materials as porcelain, metals as well as acrylics. You have to remember that each patient is unique so absolute precision is essential to make sure that the device is comfortable and effective.

Degree Requirements

To graduate from this program , you need to study the following credit hours:

University Requirement: 20 Credit Hours.

General Field Requirement: 27 Credit Hours.

Major Requirements: 83 Credit Hours.

Total: 130 Credit Hours.

Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, you will be able to:

Use tools and materials to fabricate various dental prostheses at the professional level.

Demonstrate proficiency in the manufacture of fixed and removable dental prostheses, complete and partial dentures whether acrylic or cobalt

Build prostheses supported by dental implants such as crowns and overdentures.

Build active and passive orthodontic.

Build facial and maxillofacial prostheses, such as ears, nose, and eyes to reconstruct the faces of patients damaged by accident or disease.

Perform different radiographic pictures according to the prescription of the dentist.

Potential Career Opportunities

Graduates can work in dental laboratories, companies that provide technical equipment related to dental health, as well as integrate into a dental clinic or work individually. They will compete in national and regional markets.

Tuition Fees (Egyptian Students)

Annual tuition fees: 42,000 EGP
Annual administrative fees (to be paid before the first semester): 9,340 EGP
Admission administrative fees(To be paid once on the admission’s semester): 5,500 EGP
Total first year’s fees: 56,840 EGP
Admission’s semester fees: 35,840 EGP
Second-semester fees: 21,000 EGP
Next year’s fees: 51,340 EGP

An annual increase of 5% – 10% will be applied to the prescribed fees as per the decision made by the University Council.

Apply Now

Get In Touch