Transform your clinical perspective through our dedicated courses in Orthodontics and Oral Surgery. This long-term program focuses on the mastery of complex cases, providing the hands-on experience necessary for specialist accreditation. Step into the role of a high level practitioner with the confidence to handle the most challenging clinical cases.
“Elevate Your Practice and Lead Your Field as a Recognized Specialist.”
About The Program
Our Long-Term Specialization programs in Orthodontics and Oral Surgery represent the top of post-graduate clinical training, designed for practitioners committed to achieving absolute mastery in dentistry field. Recognizing that the transition from general dentistry to specialist expertise requires more than just theoretical knowledge, these programs offer a rigorous, three years immersion into advanced diagnostics, complex treatment planning, and precision execution. In the Orthodontic fiels, students explore the deep intricacies of craniofacial growth, biomechanical forces and digital workflows. From traditional fixed appliances to clear aligner therapy, the curriculum emphasizes the biological response to force and the long-term stability of aesthetic outcomes. The Oral Surgery program provides a deeper knowledge in surgery, tissue regeneration, and implantology. Participants gain theoretical and hands-on experience in advanced surgical techniques. These programs are built on a foundation of evidence-based practice and mentored clinical residency. |
Learning Outcomes
- Clinical Diagnostics:Perform advanced differential diagnoses utilizing 3D imaging (CBCT) and cephalometric analysis creating predictable treatment plans.
- Execute Advanced Interventions:Apply deep knowledge of biomechanical principles to manage force distribution in orthodontic tooth movement and stress-loading in surgical implantology, ensuring long-term biological stability.
- Demonstrate Surgical and Technical Precision:Perform high-level specialized procedures—including impactions, bone augmentation, and multi-phase orthodontic treatments—with an expert understanding of tissue management and wound healing.
- Integrate Evidence-Based Innovation: evaluate and implement emerging dental technologies and biomaterials, moving beyond standard protocols to innovate within their personal clinical practice.
- Lead as a Consultant-Level Specialist:Operate with full clinical autonomy, managing complicated cases that fall outside the scope of general dentistry while effectively leading interdisciplinary dental teams.
Program Courses: 180 credits
Core Required Courses for all majors:
Fist Year
Semester I (30 ECTS)
| Subject | Credits |
|---|---|
Normal Anatomy | 3 Credits |
Topographic Anatomy | 3 Credits |
Pharmacology | 4 Credits |
Radiology | 4 Credits |
Clinical practice I | 10 Credits |
Preclinical orthodontics (ORT) | 7 Credits |
Histology – embriology (ORT) | 4 Credits |
Anesthesia Reanimation (O.S) | 4 Credits |
Dento-alveolar Surgery I (O.S) | 7 Credits |
Semester II (30 ECTS)
| Subject | Credits |
|---|---|
Anatomic Patology | 6 Credits |
Oral Microbiology | 4 Credits |
Legal Medicine | 2 Credits |
Biostatistics | 2 Credits |
Professional english language | 2 Credits |
Medical Informatics | 2 Credits |
Preclinical orthodontics (ORT) | 7 Credits |
Dento-alveolar Surgery II (O.S) | 7 Credits |
Second Year
Semester III (30 ECTS)
| Subject | Credits |
|---|---|
Internal disease | 6 Credits |
Pediatrics | 4 Credits |
Oral medicine | 5 Credits |
Oral surgery | 6 Credits |
Oral radiology | 5 Credits |
Clinical practice | 4 Credits |
Semester IV (30 ECTS)
| Subject | Credits |
|---|---|
Clinical practice | 6 Credits |
Implantology | 6 Credits |
General surgery (O.S) | 5 Credits |
Dento-alveolar Surgery 2 (O.S) | 8 Credits |
Infectious disease (O.S) | 2 Credits |
Oncology (O.S) | 3 Credits |
Removable orthodontics (ORT) | 10 Credits |
Pediatric dentistry (ORT) | 6 Credits |
Genetics (ORT) | 2 Credits |
Third Year
Semester V (30 ECTS)
| Subject | Credits |
|---|---|
Paradontology | 7 Credits |
Scientific research methods | 4 Credits |
Implantology | 4 Credits |
Clinical practice | 10 Credits |
Oro-maxillofacial surgery (O.S) | 15 Credits |
Fixed orthodontics (ORT) | 15 Credits |
Semester VI (30 ECTS)
| Subject | Credits |
|---|---|
Diploma Thesis | 20 Credits |
Accreditation
Aldent University ensures that all study programs are developed, delivered, and periodically reviewed in line with national higher education legislation and quality assurance requirements. Program accreditation and re-accreditation processes are supported by systematic internal quality assurance, including curriculum review, learning outcomes assessment, student and stakeholder feedback, and continuous improvement plans. The University maintains clear documentation and evidence for each program to demonstrate compliance, relevance to labor-market needs, and alignment with academic and professional standards..
Admission Requirements
- Master degree in General Dentistry
- weighted average grade > 7.5
- Clinical experience > 2.5 years
- Professional license
- Training’s / active conferences/ articles in the field of study
Career Opportunities
- Specialist Consultant in Private Practice
- Day Hospital-Based Clinical Specialist
- Academic Faculty & Clinical Researcher
- Interdisciplinary Team Leader
- International Consultant for Dental Technology
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Study Program Details
Degree
Long term specialization
Credits(ETC)
180
Duration
3 Years
Study Mode
Full-Time Study
Language
Albanian
Faculty
Faculty of Dental Sciences
Department
Department of Dentistry
Accreditation Status
Accredited
Program Coordinator
Contact:
355696112605
Brunilda.koci@ual.edu.al
Location:
Dibra Street, Tirana, Albania
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Completing this specialization has been a transformative experience for my clinical practice. The program provided me with the unique opportunity to improve traditional techniques and also learn about modern innovations. I have significantly improved my expertise in fixed orthodontics, precised the bracket positioning and wire sequencing, while advancing my knowledge in removable appliances and clear aligner therapy.
One of the most important journeys of my professional life graduating in Oral Surgery and Implantology. A long 3-year path, with a lot of work, dedication and non-stop commitment, that received the appreciation and excitement that I have been waiting for for a long time. Special thanks to the committee of professors: for correctness, professionalism and fair assessment during this important process. Thanks to the Italian professors from whom we received an irreplaceable experience during these years.
