Master of Science Program
in Endodontics

(A.D.2022)

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Study duration:

2

Years

Full-time

Degree:

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Language of instruction:

Thai

Total credits:

37 credits

Highlights:

This curriculum is designed to equip graduating students with a strong foundation in Endodontics, enabling them to conduct meaningful research within the field. Additionally, this course empowers graduates to innovate and create new devices and materials specifically tailored for effective utilization in root canal treatment. The primary objectives of this curriculum are to advance the existing body of knowledge, elevate the standards of care, and foster effective knowledge dissemination within the field.

Vision

World-Class Endodontics Graduate Program

Mission

  1. To produce graduates with expertise in both clinical practice and research in endodontics
  2. To produce graduates capable of imparting knowledge and experience

Philosophy

To create knowledgeable and life-long learning graduates with a high level of expertise in both theory and practice in the field of Endodontics who have the ability to research and transfer knowledge.

Program Learning Outcomes:
PLOs

PLO1 Design research with creative and critical thinking toward novel knowledge and/or innovations in Endodontics include lifelong learning.

PLO2 Evaluate and diagnose conditions, plan appropriate treatments, predict outcomes, and monitor treatment results accurately and effectively.

PLO3 Perform complex procedures in Endodontics, including conducting assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, prognoses, and interventions in accordance with scientific principles.

PLO4 Evaluate and critique research findings in Dentistry.

PLO5 Possess a positive attitude toward their profession and society, uphold ethical standards, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

Course Background

Due to the relatively limited number of experts in advanced Endodontics at the graduate level, compared to other branches of dentistry, the demand for individuals with knowledge and skills in this field remains high, especially for university professors who can teach and conduct research in Endodontics, as well as specialized professionals in both public and private dental institutions.

To meet this demand, the Department of Operative Dentistry at the Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, has implemented a Master’s degree program in Endodontic Science since 2000. This curriculum is being regularly updated to keep up with the latest scientific advancements and developments in the field.

Principles and Rationale

Due to the multidimensional nature of dental education, encompassing academic studies, researching, and specialized professional practice, there is an increasingly critical need to cultivate graduates who possess extensive knowledge and expertise in Endodontics. These graduates should be capable of conducting thorough examinations, making accurate diagnoses, devising effective treatment plans, providing comprehensive patient care, especially in root canal treatment, and contributing to research endeavors in the field of Endodontics.

Why
this program
at Chula?

Why Endodontics At Chula Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University
1

Expert Instructors

At Chulalongkorn University, our instructors in the Endodontic Science program possess exceptional qualifications and expertise in both clinical practice and research within the field of Endodontics.

2

Cutting-Edge Clinic Tools and Materials

Our Endodontic Graduate Clinic, housed within the esteemed Endodontic Excellence Center, is equipped with advanced tools and materials specifically designed for root canal treatment. These include state-of-the-art equipment such as the Dental Operating Microscope, which enhances precision and accuracy during dental procedures. Additionally, we provide ultrasonic equipment and a comprehensive range of accessories to support effective and efficient treatment protocols.

Collaboration

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This curriculum is in collaboration with Tokyo Medical and Dental University to organize seminars on Endodontics.

Message from the Director

Master of Science Program in Endodontic Science offers educational and teaching management for dentists working in both academic and public/private dental institutions.

The program is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education. Graduates from this program will be exceptionally qualified for teaching positions in universities and clinical practice in Endodontics.

Our curriculum focuses on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of Endodontic science, ranging from broad to in-depth knowledge. Students will study and practice various procedures, including emergency Endodontic treatment, vital pulp therapy, conventional endodontic treatment, and surgical endodontic treatment.

In terms of research, our faculty members consistently monitor and contribute to advancements in endodontic science. Their research encompasses diverse areas such as regenerative endodontics, microbiology, materials used in endodontics, and new technologies in endodontics.

Those interested in applying for the Master of Science Program in Endodontic Science can contact us through the details provided on our website.

Career Path Advice

  • Being a specialized dentist in the field of Endodontics is an important profession as it plays a vital role in treating patients and alleviating their dental pain. Moreover, performing root canal treatments requires a high level of expertise, making it a sought-after field with a shortage of professionals currently. There is a high demand for endodontic specialists in both public and private sectors.
  • Becoming a university professor is also a potential career path for those with expertise in Endodontics.

Course Details

Course structure

Plan A2 (Coursework and Thesis)
37 credits
Coursework
25 credits
Required courses
22
Elective courses
3
Thesis
12 credits

Courses

Required Courses

3200711Biomedical Science I2(2-0-6)
3200713Research Methodology in Dentistry2(2-0-6)
3200714Statistics in Dentistry2(2-0-6)
3208761  Art of Endodontics1(1-0-3)
3208762  Related Clinical Topics in Endodontics1(1-0-3)
3208763  Endodontic Literature Seminar I1(1-0-3)
3208764  Endodontic Literature Seminar II1(1-0-3)
3208765  Endodontic Literature Seminar  III1(1-0-3)
3208930Endodontic Literature Seminar  IV1(1-0-3)
3208931Current Literature Review I1(1-0-3)
3208932Current Literature Review II1(1-0-3)
3208933Current Literature Review III1(1-0-3)
3208934  Current Literature Review IV1(1-0-3)
3208935Teaching in Endodontics Laboratory1(0-3-1)
3208936Clinical Practice in Endodontics I3(0-9-3)
3208937Clinical Practice in Endodontics II2(0-6-2)

Elective Courses

3200712   Biomedical Science II2(2-0-6)
3201709  Tissue Culture in Dentistry1(1-0-3)
3201710Tissue Culture in Dentistry Laboratory1(0-3-1)
3203701Oral Pathology2(2-0-6)
3208939Clinical Practice in Endodontics2(0-6-2)

Thesis

3200811Thesis12(0-48-0)

Study Duration

4  Semesters
No less than 1 Semester not over 8 Semesters 

Academic calendar

The semester system (Aug-Dec, Jan-May)

1st Semester
August – December
2nd Semester
January – May
Summer Semester
June – July

Candidate Qualifications

  1. Hold a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University accredited by the Ministry of Education and/or the Dental Council of Thailand.
  2. The GPAX not less than 2.50
  3. Holding the dental license permitted in the country where the applicant graduated.
  4. Obtain at least one year of working experience in dental practice.
  5. The Program Administrative Committee reserves the rights to consider other qualifications that deem appropriate to be eligible for admission application.

Application Documents

  1. Copy of identity card or government identification card (Certified copy with applicant’s signature is acceptable)
  2. Certified copy of degree certificate. A certified copy of academic transcript stating the graduation with Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University accredited by the Ministry of Education and/or the Dental Council of Thailand, and any higher degree(s) in dentistry. (Certified copy with applicant’s signature is acceptable)
  3. Result of English Proficiency achievement in one of the official English language proficiency test scores that meet the following criteria:
    • CU-TEP: 45 or above
    • TOEFL (Institutional Test Program: ITP): 450 or above
    • TOEFL (Internet-based Test: iBT): 45 or above 
    • IELTS: 4.0 or above 
  4. A referral letter from original affiliation (institution or hospital) granting the applicant to study for at least 2 years.
  5. A letter of recommendation from current or previous employer indicating at least one-year experience in patient care as a dentist
  6. At least one letter of recommendation from dental professional, preferable the letter of recommendation from the current teaching faculty in accredited institutions.

Graduation Requirements

Link to the documents and forms

Plan A1 (Coursework and Thesis)

  • (1) Have registered for coursework and thesis, earned the number of credits required by the Program, and maintained a cumulative grade point average not below 3.00;
    *Students who have received a grade of D+, D, F, U, or W in a compulsory course must re-register for the course until they receive a grade of A, B+, B, C+, C, or S, otherwise will be unable to graduate.
  • (2) Not exceed the period of study stipulated by the Program
  • (3) Published or have accepted for publication or present research articles at academic conferences
  • (4) Have passed all required courses in their program of study, passed the Thesis Proposal Examination, passed the Thesis Examination, and met all other requirements set by the Program, the Faculty and the University
  • (5) The student has met the English language proficiency standard set by the University or the Program Board
  • (6) Activity attendance of Graduate student activities throughout the study period

Admission

Master of Science Program in Endodontics (A.D.2025)

  • Period of Admission: September 2, 2024 – November 29, 2024
  • Enroll Since: August, 2025 (เปิดเรียน สิงหาคม 2568)

Procedure of admission

  1. Please read and following procedure of admission
    Thai version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qe94IxyRvp4asoZidjv2PYmXjCT7Jn8c/view?usp=sharing
    English version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HXyBd9oo379WA8FItV0pIK8V3b7x5xxB/view?usp=sharing
  2. Application documents must copy to pdf files or image files
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PGH1K39UKcb_WCFSky6i5SQsaOR5KGD_/view?usp=sharing
  3. Fill Application Form and Upload Application documents
    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbZzxrDysVToQCp_uxYc7hX8gQV8ETyedacJbOymGz48Uyqw/viewform

  4. Pay the application fee and upload pay-in slip
  5. Staff sent confirmation email of application within 5 workdays

For further information pertaining to applicant’s qualifications, please contact

Department of Operative Dentistry,
09.00 am – 04.00 pm 
10th floor Boromnajsrinakharindra building

  • Tel. (+66) 0 2218 8795
  • Email: operativedent_cu@hotmail.com

Fees

Tuition fees

For Thai students
48,000 Baht (each semester)
For International Students
133,900 Baht (each semester)

Program fees

1st and 2nd Semester
60,000 Baht (each semester)
Summer Semester
30,000 Baht (each semester)

Activities of the Program

  • “Ban Pak Kret Dentistry Project”: Students will have the opportunity to provide dental treatments, specifically root canal treatments, to underprivileged children in Ban Pak Kret.
  • Faculty’s Free Dental Services: Throughout the year, students can actively participate in providing free dental services to patients during the Community Dental Health Day.
  • Continual Education Conference: Graduate students in the program can engage in academic conferences related to the field, either as participants or as teaching assistants in practical and clinical sessions.

Faculty Members

รศ.ทพ.ดร.ไพโรจน์ หลินศุวนนท์ Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Assoc. Prof. Pairoj Linsuwanont

สมสินี พิมพ์ขาวขำ Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Assist. Prof. Somsinee Pimkhaokham

ผศ.ทพญ.ดร.อุไรวรรณ โชคชนะชัยสกุล Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Assist. Prof. Uraiwan Chokechanachaisakul

ผศ.ทพญ.ดร.ปวีณา จิวัจฉรานุกูล Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Assoc. Prof. Pavena Chivatxaranukul

ผศ.ทพญ.ถนอมศุก เจียรนัยไพศาล Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Assoc. Prof. Thanomsuk Jearanaiphaisarn

อ.ทพ.ศิรวุฒิ หิรัญอัศว์ Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Assoc. Prof. Sirawut Hiran-us

อ.ทพญ.สิริณญา กุลวิทิต Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Assist. Prof. Sirinya Kulvitit

ชนากานต์ สินเสรีกุล Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University

Chanakarn Sinsareekul

Student Output

Explore

1

J Endod. 2011 May;37(5):581-7.​

Vital pulp therapy in vital permanent teeth with cariously exposed pulp: a systematic review​ Panuroot Aguilar, Pairoj Linsuwanont​ PMID: 21496652​

2

J Endod. 2016 Mar;42(3):460-4.​

Effectiveness of Different Disinfection Protocols on the Reduction of Bacteria in Enterococcus faecalis Biofilm in Teeth with Large Root Canals​ Patinee Pladisai, Ruchanee Salingcarnboriboon Ampornaramveth, Pavena Chivatxaranukul​ PMID: 26830428​

3

Aust Endod J. 2016 Apr;42(1):32-6.​

Shaping ability of ProTaper NEXT, ProTaper Universal and iRace files in simulated S-shaped canals​ Sirawut Hiran-us, Somsinee Pimkhaokham, Jirapat Sawasdichai, Arata Ebihara, Hideaki Suda  ​PMID: 26420685

4

Dent Mater J. 2016 Dec 1;35(6):888-892.​

Epigallocatechin-3-gallate increased the push out bond strength of an epoxy resin sealer to root dentin​ Suthida Pheenithicharoenkul , Anchana Panichuttra​ PMID: 27680035

5

J Endod. 2017 Feb;43(2):238-245.​

Treatment Outcomes of Apexification or Revascularization in Nonvital Immature Permanent Teeth: A Retrospective Study​ Jidapa Silujjai, Pairoj Linsuwanont​ PMID: 28132710

6

J Endod. 2019 Mar;45(3):332-337

Influence of Adjuncts to Irrigation in the Disinfection of Large Root Canals​ Parnwad Sasanakul, Ruchanee Salingcarnboriboon Ampornaramveth, Pavena Chivatxaranukul​ PMID: 30803542

7

BMC Oral Health. 2022 Aug 16;22(1):354.​

Efficacy of chitosan paste as intracanal medication against Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans biofilm compared with calcium hydroxide in an in vitro root canal infection model​ Pasika Thienngern, Anchana Panichuttra, Chootima Ratisoontorn, Chuanchom Aumnate, Oranart Matangkasombut  ​PMID: 35974361

Contact

Department of Operative Dentistry

Faculty of Dentistry

Chulalongkorn University

10th floor Boromnajsrinakharindra Building
34 Henri-Dunant Road, Wangmai,
Pathumwan, Bangkok, 10330
Thailand

Program Assistant

  • Assist. Prof. Uraiwan Chokechanachaisakul