BS Dental Hygiene

Program Overview

Credit Hours

133

Duration

4 Years

Semesters

8

Attendance

Full-time

The BS Dental Hygiene program at Superior University trains students in oral health assessment, periodontal charting, dental radiography, professional scaling and root planing, preventive dentistry, fluoride therapy, and community oral health education. Clinical training is conducted at the Azra Naheed Dental College (ANDC) and CMATRH (600-bed), with supervised patient care beginning from early clinical semesters.

The curriculum is built around global oral health standards and a preventive dentistry philosophy — preparing graduates for clinical practice in dental clinics, hospitals, community health programmes, and dental public health departments. The 3U1M model ensures one full year of clinical market engagement before graduation.

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PROGRAM ACCREDITATIONS

HEC Compliant Curriculum

HEC Compliant Curriculum

The primary regulatory body for higher education in Pakistan.

HEC works alongside the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan (PCP) to ensure institutes maintain high academic standards

Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)

Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)

National Regulatory Body

Regulates allied health sciences education and professional practice, ensuring competency and standardization in healthcare support professions.

Why Choose BS Dental Hygiene at Superior University?
Clinical Training at ANDC & CMATRH

Clinical Training at ANDC & CMATRH

Supervised patient care in a dedicated dental college and 600-bed teaching hospital.

Global Oral Health Standards

Global Oral Health Standards

Curriculum built around international preventive dentistry frameworks.

Community Outreach Program

Community Outreach Program

Training in designing and delivering real community oral health education initiatives.

Six Specialization Tracks

Six Specialization Tracks

From Periodontal Therapy to Geriatric Oral Care. 3U1M Employability Guarantee ? One full year in dental clinics, hospitals, or community health programmes.

Advanced Simulation & Pre-Clinical Training

Advanced Simulation & Pre-Clinical Training

Hands-on practice in high-fidelity dental simulation labs before real patient exposure, ensuring confidence and clinical precision.

Digital & Evidence-Based Dentistry Integration

Digital & Evidence-Based Dentistry Integration

Training in modern tools such as digital radiography, CAD/CAM systems, and data-driven diagnostic techniques for contemporary dental practice.

Key Skills You Will Learn
Oral Health Assessment, Periodontal Charting & Dental Radiography

Oral Health Assessment, Periodontal Charting & Dental Radiography

Scaling, Root Planing & Professional Teeth Cleaning

Scaling, Root Planing & Professional Teeth Cleaning

Preventive Dentistry, Fluoride Therapy & Pit and-Fissure Sealants

Preventive Dentistry, Fluoride Therapy & Pit and-Fissure Sealants

Community Oral Health Education & Public Health Dentistry

Community Oral Health Education & Public Health Dentistry

Infection control & sterilization

Infection control & sterilization

Radiography basics

Radiography basics

Preventive dentistry practices

Preventive dentistry practices

Patient education & counseling

Patient education & counseling

Career Outcomes

Registered Dental Hygienist

Community Oral Health Educator

Dental Hygienist — Corporate / School

Dental Practice Manager

Tools and Technologies you will master

Dental Imaging & Diagnostics


  • Ultrasonic Scalers & Hand Scaling Instruments
    Ultrasonic Scalers & Hand Scaling Instruments
  • Dental X-Ray & Digital Radiography Equipment
    Dental X-Ray & Digital Radiography Equipment
  • Oral Hygiene Aids
    Oral Hygiene Aids
  • Probes, Explorers & Periodontal Assessment Tools
    Probes, Explorers & Periodontal Assessment Tools
  • Fluoride Trays & Pit-and-Fissure Sealant Kits
    Fluoride Trays & Pit-and-Fissure Sealant Kits

Admissions & Eligibility

Domestic Applicants

F.Sc Pre-Medical or equivalent

International Applicants

F.Sc Pre-Medical or equivalent

⚠️ Important

Always refer to the Admissions Office for the current criteria, deadlines and documentation.

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Program Roadmap

Explore courses roadmap in BS Dental Hygiene
CourseCredit Hours
Anatomy - I (Theory)2
Anatomy - I (Lab)1
Physiology - I (Theory)2
Physiology - I (Lab)1
Oral Biology (Theory)2
Oral Biology (Lab)1
Fehm-e-Quran - I1
Islamic studies2
Leading with Character3
Total Credit Hours15
CourseCredit Hours
Anatomy - II (Theory)2
Anatomy - II (Lab)1
Dental Morphology (Theory)2
Dental Morphology (Lab)1
Physiology - II (Theory)2
Physiology - II (Lab)1
Fehm-e-Quran - II1
Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan2
General Pathology3
Oral Pathology3
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
Dental Materials - I (Theory)2
Dental Materials - I (Lab)1
Social Entrepreneurship Program3
Functional English3
Dental Radiology (Theory)2
Dental Radiology (Lab)1
Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)(Theory)2
Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)(Lab)1
Quantitative Reasoning I3
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
Basic Periodontology (Theory)2
Basic Periodontology (Lab)1
Expository writing3
Dental Material - II (Theory)2
Dental Material - II (Lab)1
Quantitative Reasoning II3
Health care entrepreneurship3
Pakistan studies2
Total Credit Hours17
CourseCredit Hours
Advanced Periodontology (Theory)2
Advanced Periodontology (Lab)1
Healthcare Psychology3
Fundamentals of Infection Control3
Orthodontics3
Dental Pharmacology3
Total Credit Hours15
CourseCredit Hours
Preventive Dentistry (Theory)2
Preventive Dentistry (Lab)2
Research Methodology3
Dental Instrumentation3
Community awareness3
Artificial intelligence in health care3
Total Credit Hours16
CourseCredit Hours
Research Project3
Pedodontics (Theory)2
Pedodontics (Lab)1
Dental Pain Management (Oral Medicine)3
Community Dentistry (Theory)2
Community Dentistry (Lab)1
Medical emergencies in dental practice/laboratory3
Clinical Practice3
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
Management of Patients with Special Needs3
Capstone project3
Integrated clinical rotation3
Professional Development3
Prosthodontics3
Total Credit Hours15

Specializations

Periodontal Therapy & Maintenance
Periodontal Therapy & Maintenance
Preventive Dentistry & Oral Health Promotion
Preventive Dentistry & Oral Health Promotion
Dental Radiography & Imaging
Dental Radiography & Imaging
Community Oral Health Education
Community Oral Health Education
Geriatric & Special Needs Oral Care
Geriatric & Special Needs Oral Care

TRANSFORMATIONAL JOURNEY

Discover your 3C Advantage

Character


Preventive Care as a Commitment to Public Health — Dental hygienists are on the frontline of oral disease prevention. This program builds practitioners who take seriously their role in reducing Pakistan's burden of preventable dental disease — educating patients, communities, and families with the conviction that prevention genuinely saves lives and reduces suffering

Courage


The Courage to Educate and Advocate for Oral Health — Oral health is chronically under-prioritized in Pakistan. Students are trained to advocate boldly for oral health awareness, challenge patient habits with evidence-based communication, and design community outreach programmes that make a measurable difference in public oral health outcomes.

Competence


Clinical Precision in Preventive Dentistry — Students develop hands-on competence in professional scaling, root planing, dental radiography, periodontal assessment, fluoride application, sealant placement, and community oral health programme delivery — producing dental hygienists who are clinically precise, professionally confident, and publicly impactful.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The BS Dental Hygiene is a 4-year undergraduate degree program comprising 8 semesters. It is meticulously designed to ensure employability by integrating Superior University's signature 3U1M framework (Three years in University, One year in Market), providing students with practical, hands-on industry experience before graduation.

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