Kapadokya University Contributes to Public Health Through the Power of Science
Kapadokya University regards oral and dental health as an integral component of individual quality of life and a fundamental element of public health. In the bachelor's and associate degree programs offered in this field, students are trained through an educational model that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application and aligns with contemporary professional requirements. Throughout their studies, students are provided with access to all necessary consumable materials by the university and strengthen their professional competencies through clinical practice. Acta Stomatologica Cappadocia, the journal that reflects the faculty’s academic output, serves as a strong publication platform where scientific contribution is integrated with education.
The Faculty of Dentistry, one of the principal pillars of this approach, not only provides students with scientific knowledge but also offers extensive hands-on training in modern clinical environments. With a curriculum that spans from basic medical sciences to specialized fields, the Faculty educates future dentists who are competent in treatment processes and adopt a holistic approach to patient care. Through easy access to the materials and technical equipment used in practical training, students develop their professional skills while experiencing all dimensions of healthcare service delivery. The associate degree Oral and Dental Health Program offers intensive field practice that equips students with expertise in essential procedures such as clinical assistance, patient follow-up, and sterilization. Graduates of the program can easily find employment in both public and private sectors, working in dental clinics, oral and dental health centers, and hospitals. Meanwhile, the Dental Prosthetics Technology Program provides students with a broad skill set ranging from fixed and removable prostheses to digital modeling techniques. With its advanced laboratory infrastructure, the program ensures that students acquire sector-ready competencies through application-oriented training prior to graduation.
Another significant component supporting Kapadokya University’s applied education model in the health sciences is the KapadokyaDent Oral and Dental Health Application and Research Center. Serving the local community in areas such as dentistry, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and aesthetic dental procedures, the center also functions as a clinical training environment where students work with real cases. Training activities conducted under the supervision of the academic staff enhance both students’ technical competencies and their understanding of professional ethics, including patient communication. Equipped with modern technology, the center enables students to transform the knowledge they acquire through coursework into patient-based clinical practice.
By integrating its Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Dental Health and Dental Prosthetics Technology programs, along with the KapadokyaDent center, Kapadokya University offers not only a strong path to graduation but also a robust foundation for professional practice. Structured around the triad of education, practice, and service, this integrated system provides students with the key to a well-equipped career journey while also generating tangible contributions to public health.