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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
University of Port Harcourt
Program Status: OPEN
Bachelors (B.Sc) - Full time
Fees: ₦234,750
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Program Summary

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a specialized course within dentistry that focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and neck. The course integrates both medical and dental knowledge, equipping students with the skills to perform complex procedures such as tooth extractions, corrective jaw surgeries, treatment of facial trauma, management of oral pathologies, and dental implant placements. It often involves understanding anesthesiology, pain control, and wound healing processes. Students learn through a combination of theoretical studies, clinical practice, and surgical training, allowing them to handle both emergency and elective cases. The course also emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, often requiring coordination with other medical and dental specialties. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a dynamic field that requires precision, strong diagnostic skills, and a deep understanding of craniofacial anatomy.

Requirements

UTME REQUIREMENTS ; English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics. Direct Entry Requirements To apply for direct entry admission, you must have: -5 credit passes in SSCE/GCE O’ Level/NECO/NABTEB in at least 5 subjects obtained at not more than 2 sittings. The subjects must include: -English Language -Mathematics -Any other 3 relevant subjects to your proposed course of study -Relevant ND/NCE/JUPEB/IJMB with a minimum of Lower Credit -Minimum UTME score of 180 Some programmes may require you obtain the ND, NCE, JUPEB or IJMB in a related discipline.

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Application fee: ₦10,000

Deadline: 2024-09-19


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