Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Program details
Residency Training Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
4
YEARS
FULL-TIME
Degree:
Diploma of the Thai Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Language of instruction:
Thai
Total credits:
26 credits
In the first year of study, you are required to enroll in the curriculum for the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Highlights:
Course Background
Economic, social, and cultural advancements, along with cutting-edge technologies and global trends, have led to an increasing demand for specialized dental practitioners. Dentists, in general, now require higher levels of education to enhance their knowledge and skills in diverse patient treatments.
In the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery, there are a spectrum of care and treatment requirements, ranging from simpler procedures such as tooth extraction, uncomplicated wisdom tooth removal, and basic surgical care for patients with systemic conditions, to moderately complex procedures such as difficult tooth extractions, dental implant placements, preprosthetic surgery, and the treatment of dentoalveolar injuries and uncomplicated odontogenic infections. More challenging and intricate procedures involve the treatment of cysts and tumors in the jaw bone, complicated odontogenic infections or uncommon infections, facial bone fractures, and orthognathic surgery. Recognizing the societal need and the diversity of oral and maxillofacial surgery, the Faculty of Dentistry has introduced various courses as options for dentists. One of these courses is the residency training program leading to a certification in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery. It is the first program of its kind in Thailand and has continued to evolve to ensure constant modernization. Dentists who participate in this training program undergo intensive skill development under close supervision and guidance from experienced instructors, transforming them into true experts in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Why
this program
at Chula?
Solid Fundamental Knowledge and Advanced Learning
As sustainable development and progress are believed to require a strong foundation, emphasis is placed on providing students with comprehensive basic knowledge. This enables them to study and explore various information, resulting in an improved ability to pursue advanced knowledge. The connection between fundamental and advanced knowledge creates an enjoyable learning experience and enables students to continue self-directed learning even after completing their formal education.
Emphasis on Critical Thinking and Practical Application
Students are trained to think analytically and critically from various perspectives through seminars, journal clubs, and real patient cases. The curriculum focuses on intensive practical training with real patients under close supervision of professors. Moreover, additional surgical practice on soft cadavers is arranged annually under the guidance of experienced instructors.
Family-like Atmosphere
The learning environment is akin to a family, promoting students’ confidence to ask questions, express opinions, and engage in extensive discussions on diverse knowledge. As the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery has offered thepostgraduate diploma program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for a long time, resulting in many alumni practicing in various regions and even internationally. This creates a large and closely-knit family network.
Collaboration
Message from the director
Hello and welcome to the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University. Our department was established alongside the Faculty of Dentistry in 1940. For over 80 years, our department has been providing education, services, and conducting research related to oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Currently, the department consists of 18 Faculties and 8 staff members, including nurses, dental assistants, and administrative personnel. We offer education and training in four different programs: the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Grad. Dip.), the Master of Science Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (M. Sc.), the Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences Program (International Program) (Higher. Grad. Dip.), and the Residency Training Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Residency Training).
Each of our programs focuses on providing knowledge and expertise in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery, with varying durations ranging from 1 to 4 years. The programs also emphasize practical training to ensure clinical competency and the depth of research work. All educational activities take place within the Faculty of Dentistry and the Dental Hospital, which include oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics, clinical research laboratories, operating theater, and post-operative care facilities.
Furthermore, students have the opportunity to participate in rotations and training in network hospitals both in Bangkok and other provinces. This allows them to gain experience in various cases that may not be encountered within the faculty. The department is dedicated to producing highly skilled dental professionals specialized in oral and maxillofacial surgery and dental implantology to serve the public sector and private sector, catering to the needs of patients in terms of both prevention and treatment of diseases. This is achieved through the utilization of knowledge, skills, and research acquired from the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University.
Prof. Atiphan Pimkhaokham
Head, Department of Oral Surgery
Career Path Advice
Course Details
Course Structure
- Duration of the Course: 4 years
Required and Elective Subjects
- The details of the courses are based on the curriculum outlined in the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, as well as the regulations of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Thailand.
Curriculum
- The training duration must be at least 4 years (48 months), with training in the main institution for no less than 16 months or 1/3 of the total training period.
- A minimum of 32 months is required for training in oral and maxillofacial surgery, including research work. Rotation training in related fields is also required, with the following time allocation:
- General surgery and trauma surgery: at least 3 months
- Internal medicine: at least 2 months
- Anesthesiology: at least 3 months
- Otorhinolaryngology: at least 1 month
- Neurosurgery: 1 month
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery: 1 month
- Elective courses: 4 months, such as pathology or national and international study visits.
- The academic activities and practical training include:
- Academic activities, including lectures, academic conferences, scientific seminars, and journal clubs. Approximately 30% of the time is dedicated to studying fundamental scientific knowledge or basic medical science related to the field, while approximately 70% is focused on studying knowledge in the specific field or related branches.
- Practical training: Each year, resident dentists will practice in clinics and operating rooms, providing care for outpatients and inpatients, as well as participating in emergency duties.
- Research: Resident dentists will receive research training and are required to produce at least one research project.
Academic Calendar
- Training begins in July of each year.
Admission
Please follow the announcements from the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Thailand, which can be found on their website at https://www.royalthaident.org.
Qualifications
- Hold a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from a public university or other universities recognized by the Dental Council.
- Register and obtain a professional license to practice dentistry from the Dental Council.
- Have good moral conduct and a positive attitude towards the profession.
The Dental Council may approve foreign dental professionals with a license to practice dentistry to undergo training for a certificate in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, provided that:
- It complies with the terms of cooperation between countries.
- There is an institution that provides the training program.
- The application is evaluated and approved by the Training and Examination Subcommittee of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, with the endorsement of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Thailand
Tuition Fees
ค่าเล่าเรียน |
48,000 บาท/ภาคการศึกษา* |
ค่าธรรมเนียม |
25,000 บาท/ภาคการศึกษา* |
ค่าบำรุงการศึกษา |
7,000 บาท/ปี** |
*เฉพาะปีการศึกษาแรก
**จ่ายให้กับราชวิทยาลัยทันตแพทย์แห่งประเทศไทย
Student Research
- Trachoo V, Vipismakul V. Ameloblastic Fibro-odontoma or Immature Odontoma: A Retrospective Analysis of 134 Cases. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2019 Sep, Vol-13(9):ZC32-ZC37.
- Santipap P, Sessirisombat S, Subbalekha K, Sastravaha P, Kaboosaya B, Kamolratanakul P, Sumphaongern T, Dhanesuan K, Trachoo V, Pimkhaokham A. Comparison of masticatory function in patients with mandibular prognathism receiving orthognathic surgery using two different fixation materials. Thai J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2019;33(2):147-155.
- Aksorn P, Chaikiawkeaw D, Sastravaha P, Supaphol P, Pavasant P. Osteoconductivity Evaluation of 3-Dimensional Dual-leached Polycaprolactone Scaffold. J Dent Assoc Thai. 2021;71(4):383-291.
- Taenguthai T, Subbalekha K, Thavichachart N, Pisarnturakit P, Pimkhaokham A, Kiattavorncharoen S. Stress and burnout in Thai oral and maxillofacial surgery residents. Thai J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2020;34(2):118-125.
- Sowapark J, Sumphaongern T. Does Ultrasound-Guided Transversus Abdominis Plane Block Reduce Donor Site Pain After Harvesting Anterior Iliac Crest Bone Grafts. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2021;79(2):333-342.
- Khan-ngern E, Subbalekha K, Thavichachart N, Pisarnturakit PP, Pimkhaokham A, Kiattavorncharoen S. Stress and Burnout of Postgraduate Dental Students in Chulalongkorn University. J Dent Assoc Thai. 2022;72(2):35-44.
- Rattanakornkul N, Trachoo V, Chavanavesh J. The Appropriate Anteroposterior Position of Maxillary Incisor in Thai Adults. J Dent Assoc Thai. 2022;72(1):93-99.
- Panya S, Kongsong W, Subbalekha K. The outcome of two-jaw orthognathic surgery using 3-dimensional analysis of virtual surgical planning: a retrospective study. J Dent Assoc Thai. 2022;72(2):311-318.
- Damrongsirirat N, Kaboosaya B, Siriwatana K, Subbalekha K, Jansisyanont P, Pimkhaokham A. Complications related to orthognathic surgery: A 10-year experience in oral and maxillofacial training center. J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2022;50(3):197-203.
Contact
Department of Oral Surgery
Faculty of Dentistry
Chulalongkorn University
Dent 1 Building
34 Henri-Dunant Road,
Wangmai, Patumwan,
Bangkok, 10330,
Thailand
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