A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants.
Periodontists are also experts in the treatment of oral inflammation. Periodontists receive extensive training in these areas. They are familiar with the latest techniques for diagnosing and treating periodontal disease, and are also trained in performing cosmetic periodontal procedures.
Periodontology is available as a subject of study for the:
For further information about Periodontology see Faculty of Dentistry.
| Paper Code | Year | Title | Points | Teaching period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERI701 | 2024 | Principles of Periodontology | 60 points | 1st Non standard period (22 January 2024 - 9 November 2024) |
| PERI702 | 2024 | Clinical Periodontology | 60 points | 1st Non standard period (22 January 2024 - 9 November 2024) |
| PERI711 | 2024 | Principles of Periodontology | 60 points | 1st Non standard period (22 January 2024 - 9 November 2024) |
| PERI712 | 2024 | Clinical Periodontology | 60 points | 1st Non standard period (22 January 2024 - 9 November 2024) |
| PERI730 | 2024 | Periodontology PGDipClinDent Special Topics | 60 points | Not offered in 2024 |
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