Dental Hygiene and Therapy BSc (Hons)

Bristol Dental School has a long and established history of training programmes in both dental hygiene and dental therapy. Based in our new state-of-the-art Dental School from autumn 2023, BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy students will have access to cutting-edge technology, experienced dental professionals in a purpose-built facility. This course provides an exciting opportunity to study alongside undergraduate students on the BDS Dentistry course.<br/><br/>Launched in 2019, the BSc was accredited by the General Dental Council in June 2022. The Inspection Report highlighted: One of the strengths of this programme is the relationships between staff and students, and the open-door policy is valued by all students undertaking this programme.<br/><br/>The three-year degree comprises integrated and compulsory units of academic teaching, clinical skills and practice and dissertation.<br/><br/>Year one provides you with essential preclinical teaching and training, in addition to your introduction to personal and professional development (PPD) and patient contact on the Periodontal Clinic.<br/><br/>In year two term one you will complete operative techniques in restorative dentistry which is integrated with the dental undergraduate students (BDS) and start to treat adult restorative patients.<br/><br/>In your final year you will have completed your preclinical training in paediatric dentistry alongside continued clinical development, treating adult and paediatric restorative and periodontal patients. You will work within a simulated clinical practice environment, treating a wide range of patients with a variety of needs, working towards a holistic approach of patient management.<br/><br/>You will complete an individual research project in an area of dentistry relevant to your role as a hygienist/therapist as well as completing your final modules in order to gain a BSc (Hons) in Dental Hygiene and Therapy.