Department of Prosthodontics
The Department of Prosthodontics is concerned with providing distinguished education and training in the fields of fixed and removable prosthodontics. It aims to prepare scientifically and clinically qualified dentists capable of meeting community needs by integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application within an advanced educational environment.
Department Vision, Mission, and Objectives
Vision:
To achieve academic and research excellence in the field of prosthodontics and to contribute to the development of evidence-based dental treatment services.
Mission:
To provide high-quality education in prosthodontics, promote scientific research, and graduate professionals capable of delivering high-standard patient care while adhering to the highest standards of quality and professionalism.
Objectives:
- To prepare students who are competent in fixed and removable prosthodontics.
- To support innovative scientific research in prosthodontics.
- To provide an advanced educational and clinical environment.
- To develop students’ clinical and practical skills.
Department Facilities
- Removable Prosthodontics Laboratory
- Fixed Prosthodontics Laboratory (Phantom Head Laboratory)
- Fixed Prosthodontics Clinics
- Removable Prosthodontics Clinics
Academic and Administrative Staff
- Dr. Mais Odeh – Head of the Department
- Dr. Afaf Al-Najjarah
- Dr. Mahmoud Hassasneh
- Dr. Najeeb Abu Al-Rub
- Dr. Issa Banoura
- Dr. Sari Dar Deek
- Dr. Khaled Abu Baker
Courses Offered by the Department
- Removable Prosthodontics I
- Removable Prosthodontics II
- Removable Prosthodontics III
- Removable Prosthodontics IV
- Removable Prosthodontics V
- Occlusion
Teaching and Clinical Training Areas
The department is responsible for teaching and training students in fixed and removable prosthodontics, including crowns, bridges, complete and partial dentures, with an emphasis on clinically applied education based on up-to-date scientific principles.
Use of Modern Technologies
The Department of Prosthodontics is keen on training students in the latest advancements in dental technology and integrating contemporary techniques into education and practical training. This includes digital impression taking and modern methods for the design and fabrication of dental restorations, in line with technological developments in dentistry and to enhance students’ clinical and practical competence.