Dentistry
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- Degree levels
- Degree levels: Bachelor's, Master's
- Taught in
- Taught in: English and Turkish
- Field
- Field: Health Sciences
- Duration
- 5 years (DDS)
- Language
- English or Turkish
- State tuition, 2026-2027
- Set in lira by each university
- Private tuition, 2026-2027
- About 16,000 to 36,000 USD a year
Studying dentistry in Turkey
Turkish dental faculties provide hands-on clinical training in modern facilities, with many programs taught in English. Degrees are recognised internationally, subject to local licensing where you plan to work.
Degree, duration, and entry
Dentistry is a five-year program. Admission is based on your high school grades, and some faculties require an entrance exam. Places in dentistry are competitive.
Careers after dentistry
Graduates practise as dentists, specialise (for example in orthodontics or oral surgery), or move into research and academia.
Careers after Dentistry
Studying Dentistry in Turkey: FAQ
How long is dentistry in Turkey?
Dentistry is a five-year program leading to a dental degree (DDS or equivalent).
Can I study dentistry in English?
Yes. Several universities offer dentistry in English; others teach in Turkish with a preparation year.
Is the dentistry degree recognised abroad?
Yes, though practising in another country requires meeting its licensing requirements.
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Lokman Hekim University is a private university located in Ankara, Turkey. It was founded in 2018 and is named after the famous Turkish physician, Lokman Hekim.
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UniversityBaşkent University
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