Mission

Educating the student regarding oral, maxillofacial and periodontal conditions and their consequences to the patient, thereby qualifying him/her to recognize, diagnose and treat patients having such conditions and treatment needs, and refer more complicated cases to qualified specialists. The ethics of a comprehensive patient care responsibility is an important part of this mission. The Department aims at professional excellence in service to patients and consulting practitioners and a high international standard in its teaching. Research and development in the areas of oral and maxillofacial surgery and periodontology are important parts of the mission.

Objectives

• To make the student knowledgeable regarding normal anatomy and physiology as well as disease etiology, development and diagnosis within areas subjected to oral and maxillofacial surgery and affected by periodontal diseases.
   

• To make the student understand the comprehensive dental treatment need, the need for advanced surgical procedures and the need for referral to specialist for treatment of surgical or periodontal problems.
   

• To emphasize prevention of periodontal diseases as well as conditions that may lead to need for surgical interventions.
   

• To make the student competent in all aspects of patient management, including examination, treatment planning and proficient performance of routine surgical procedures and periodontal treatments.
   

• To make the student competent and motivated to share his expertise with colleagues and the public for the benefit of the society as a whole.
   

• To make the student develop a professional attitude, ethics and responsibility for the overall wellbeing of patients under his/her care.