Dental Technology

At Bayelsa Medical University, our Bachelor of Dental Technology (B.Sc.) program bridges the gap between dental science and advanced manufacturing, training students to become experts in designing and fabricating precision dental prostheses. Over four academic years (three for Direct Entry), you will master the art and science of creating crowns, dentures, orthodontic appliances, and maxillofacial prosthetics using cutting-edge digital technologies. The program emphasizes hands-on technical training in our CAD/CAM labs, 3D printing facilities, and biomaterials testing units, ensuring you develop proficiency in both traditional techniques and modern digital dentistry.

You will acquire professional competencies in prosthetic design, material science, and quality assurance protocols while cultivating essential skills in critical analysis and ethical practice. Specialized modules allow you to tailor expertise in areas like implantology, orthodontic technology, or maxillofacial rehabilitation. Graduates emerge ready to transform clinical prescriptions into functional, aesthetically precise dental devices that restore patient health and confidence.

Program Objectives

Our mission is to produce innovative dental technologists equipped to advance Nigeria’s oral healthcare infrastructure. You will develop the ability to:

• Design and fabricate dental prostheses using digital workflows (CAD/CAM, 3D scanning)

• Apply biomaterials science to select and test alloys, ceramics, and polymers

• Implement quality control standards in prosthetic production

• Collaborate effectively with dentists and oral health teams

Graduates will emerge with:

• Mastery of dental laboratory techniques and digital workflows

• Proficiency in manufacturing crowns, bridges, dentures, and orthodontic appliances

• Industry experience through clinical rotations and internships

• Research skills for material innovation and process optimization

This prepares you for careers in dental laboratories, biomedical manufacturing, research institutions, and hospital prosthetic units—equipped to drive technological advancement in Nigeria’s dental sector