The Dentistry Department of the Medical-Technical College trains specialists in:
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“Dentistry” with the qualification of “Dentist”.
A Dentist is a specialist focusing on the maxillofacial area and conducting initial patient consultations. They perform preventive examinations, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for dental and maxillofacial diseases, and can independently perform anesthesia.
Responsibilities also include:
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conducting oral hygiene awareness activities;
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prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of caries, pulpitis, and periodontitis;
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diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders.
Admissions to the Dentistry program were first held in 2011, and the program has been continuously developing since then.
The department is headed by Sarsenbayeva Botagoz Ersainovna and Esdauletova Olimpiada Borisovna, lecturers of specialized disciplines.
Material and Technical Base
The college has a modern and well-equipped material and technical base.
The main training room is a simulation laboratory, equipped with dental units for practical training. It contains a full set of instruments for therapeutic and surgical procedures.
For hygiene and safety, the following equipment is used:
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Autoclave — for sterilizing instruments;
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Ultralight — for storing sterile instruments;
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Distiller — for preparing distilled water;
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Kraft bag machine.
Training materials include:
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materials for treating caries, pulpitis, periodontitis;
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anatomical teaching aids;
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dental visual aids;
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simulators and mannequins.
Practical Training and Student Achievements
The college collaborates with social partners and medical institutions:
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IP «Interstom», IP «Crown-Dent», IP «Safi-Dent», IP «Elite-Stom», «Diastom», «NV CLINIC», LLP «Dental Clinic №1».
Students participate annually in the city event “City of Masters”, where they conduct check-ups, provide consultations, and take part in charitable activities.
The annual professional competition “Best Dentist of the Year” allows students to demonstrate their knowledge and practical skills.
Department instructors continuously improve their qualifications, attend seminars and conferences, and publish methodological materials, enhancing their professional expertise.
The college ensures practice-oriented training, the development of professional competencies, and close cooperation with healthcare institutions.
