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Faculty of Dentistry

Faculty of Dentistry | SU

Faculty of Dentistry Sana'a University

To be a leading and distinguished faculty at the local and regional levels, committed to the implementation of academic accreditation standards.

Department of Operative Dentistry

Department Vision

To be recognized locally and regionally as a department committed to achieving academic and professional excellence in the fields of operative, restorative, and esthetic dentistry.

Department Mission

The Department of Operative Dentistry is committed to preparing and qualifying high-caliber dental graduates capable of providing outstanding medical service at international standards in diagnosis, treatment modalities, and relevant surgical interventions. It aims to foster a clinical, research, and academic educational environment aligned with local and regional quality assurance and accreditation standards, as well as community service.

Department Objectives

1. Preparing qualified professional and academic cadres in the field of restorative and cosmetic dentistry, equipping them with diverse knowledge, skills, and expertise.
2. Developing and updating curricula and clinical research skills continuously in restorative and cosmetic dentistry education to meet societal needs.
3. Guiding postgraduate programs to educate and train students to become competent dentists capable of performing specialized and cosmetic interventions.
4. Upholding core values, traditions, and ethics in restorative and cosmetic dentistry practice while fostering self-learning skills.

Academic Programs in the Department

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.)

Master of Clinical Dentistry (M.Clin.Dent.) in Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry

This is a comprehensive three-year clinical master's program that encompasses advanced theoretical, preclinical, clinical, and research modules. The program is specifically designed to train dental graduates in advanced restorative and esthetic dentistry techniques. Candidates are equipped to perform complex, evidence-based clinical procedures and are trained in scientific research methodologies to complete and defend a graduation thesis.

Program Mission

The program seeks to train and qualify specialists to acquire advanced knowledge and skills in restorative and esthetic dentistry, enabling them to restore natural teeth and reinstate their optimal health, function, and aesthetics according to the highest professional standards.

Program Objectives

1. Providing distinguished and integrated dental care to a wide range of patients utilizing conventional or complex treatment modalities.
2. Gaining clinical competence and confidence in practicing advanced restorative dentistry, endodontic treatments, and esthetic dentistry (composite restorations, root canal therapies, fixed prosthodontics, and dental implants) as complementary components to comprehensive dental care.
3. Communicating effectively with experienced professionals in the medical field and understanding modern organizational and healthcare management methods.
4. Acquiring proficiency in academic teaching and scientific research methodologies to advance clinical knowledge.

Program Requirements

1. Passing all basic science subjects and core courses with the required passing grades.
2. Completing clinical training successfully and meeting the minimum clinical competency standards.
3. Submitting and defending a master's thesis based on the approved research project.

Ph.D. in Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry

The Ph.D. program in Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry at the Faculty of Dentistry, Sana'a University, is the pioneering program of its kind in Yemen. The Faculty established this doctoral program in alignment with its strategic development and quality improvement plans, as well as to meet the aspirations of master’s degree holders seeking advanced higher education. The program is designed to enhance candidates' capabilities in scientific research methodologies and clinical trials, equipping them to become specialized consultants in restorative and esthetic dentistry or to pursue careers in university-level education. The program duration spans 3 to 4 years.

Program Mission

The Ph.D. program in Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry is dedicated to preparing specialized consultants with advanced theoretical, clinical, and research expertise. It empowers graduates to deliver high-quality restorative and therapeutic interventions utilizing the latest technological advancements. This is achieved through a distinguished faculty, active research teams, and a competitive educational environment that fosters creativity and innovation, meets labor market demands, and actively serves local and regional communities.

Program Objectives

1. Equipping students with critical scientific thinking and analytical skills regarding the etiology, prevention, and management of oral and dental diseases, while mastering complex clinical and therapeutic interventions.
2. Qualifying candidates to conduct independent, innovative scientific research and actively engage in academic teaching and education.
3. Fostering habits of continuous self-directed learning in both applied and research-based fields of restorative and esthetic dentistry.
4. Providing students with profound foundational knowledge in surgical, medical, and applied sciences relevant to restorative and esthetic dentistry.

Program Requirements

1. Completing and defending a clinical doctoral thesis in the field of Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry.
2. Conducting a departmental seminar prior to scheduling the formal thesis defense.
3. Publishing at least one research paper in a peer-reviewed local journal.
4. Publishing at least one research paper in a peer-reviewed, internationally indexed journal.

Department Faculty Members

Dr. Abdulwahab Ismail Al-Khawlani
Professor

Dr. Abdulwahab Ismail Al-Khawlani

Operative Dentistry

University of Khartoum – Sudan

Dr. Ibrahim Zaid Ahmed Al-Shami
Associate Professor

Dr. Ibrahim Zaid Ahmed Al-Shami

Operative Dentistry

University of Freiburg – Germany

Dr. Mohammed Abdulaziz Mansour Al-Baili
Assistant Professor

Dr. Mohammed Abdulaziz Mansour Al-Baili

Crown and Bridge (Fixed Prosthodontics)

Al-Azhar University – Egypt

Dr. Bashir Hamed Hamoud Al-Shamiri
Assistant Professor

Dr. Bashir Hamed Hamoud Al-Shamiri

Endodontics

Guangxi Medical University – China

Dr. Ishraq Fadel Hamid Rajeh
Assistant Professor

Dr. Ishraq Fadel Hamid Rajeh

Operative Dentistry

Mansoura University – Egypt

Dr. Abdulbaset Abdulsamad Ahmed Mufaddal
Lecturer

Dr. Abdulbaset Abdulsamad Ahmed Mufaddal

Endodontics

Sana'a University – Yemen

Mr. Mohammed Abdullah Ahmed Al-Dawlah
Lecturer

Mr. Mohammed Abdullah Ahmed Al-Dawlah

Endodontics

Sana'a University – Yemen

Mr. Yasser Mohammed Ali Al-Awsh
Lecturer

Mr. Yasser Mohammed Ali Al-Awsh

Operative Dentistry

Mr. Mohammed Al-Ansi
Lecturer

Mr. Mohammed Al-Ansi

General Specialization

Mr. Abdulaziz Ali Mohammed Athrab
Lecturer

Mr. Abdulaziz Ali Mohammed Athrab

General Specialization

Mr. Abdulrahman Mohammed Tarboush Al-Akahli
Lecturer

Mr. Abdulrahman Mohammed Tarboush Al-Akahli

General Specialization

Mr. Sami Abdulsalam Ali Al-Marwi
Lecturer

Mr. Sami Abdulsalam Ali Al-Marwi

General Specialization

Ms. Sarah Hussein Ahmed Jahaf
Lecturer

Ms. Sarah Hussein Ahmed Jahaf

General Specialization

Ms. Thuraya Ali Ali Shamsuddin Al-Nasser

Ms. Thuraya Ali Ali Shamsuddin Al-Nasser

General Specialization

Ms. Bushra Abdullah Mohammed Al-Mojahed
Teaching Assistant

Ms. Bushra Abdullah Mohammed Al-Mojahed

General Specialization

Ms. Eman Mohammed Abduljaleel Ghailan
Lecturer

Ms. Eman Mohammed Abduljaleel Ghailan

General Specialization

Ms. Amatalilah Yahya Mohammed Al-Shami
Teaching Assistant

Ms. Amatalilah Yahya Mohammed Al-Shami

General Specialization

Ms. Amatalkhaleq Mohammed Abdullah Al-Sayaghi
Lecturer

Ms. Amatalkhaleq Mohammed Abdullah Al-Sayaghi

General Specialization

Dr. Afrah Ali Abdullah Soufan
Assistant Professor

Dr. Afrah Ali Abdullah Soufan

General Specialization

Dr. Arwa Ahmed Abdullah Al-Maswari
Assistant Professor

Dr. Arwa Ahmed Abdullah Al-Maswari

General Specialization

Mr. Ismail Yahya Mohammed Al-Shami
Teaching Assistant

Mr. Ismail Yahya Mohammed Al-Shami

General Specialization

Ms. Asma Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaimah
Lecturer

Ms. Asma Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaimah

General Specialization

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Ahlam Abdulsalam Ahmed Othman
Assistant Professor

Dr. Ahlam Abdulsalam Ahmed Othman

General Specialization

Dr. Ahlam Mohammed Ali Al-Shami
Lecturer

Dr. Ahlam Mohammed Ali Al-Shami

Restorative Dentistry

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Aliya Abdulrahman Ali Qasim Al-Shami
Lecturer

Dr. Aliya Abdulrahman Ali Qasim Al-Shami

Operative Dentistry

Sana'a University - Yemen

Dr. Khaled Mohammed Mohammed Al-Ghaffari
Lecturer

Dr. Khaled Mohammed Mohammed Al-Ghaffari

Operative Dentistry

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Hashem Ismail Ahmed Al-Qasmi
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Hashem Ismail Ahmed Al-Qasmi

General Specialization

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Wedad Omar Ali Aliwah
Lecturer

Dr. Wedad Omar Ali Aliwah

Operative Dentistry

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Ibtihal Nabil Mohammed Al-Dobai
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Ibtihal Nabil Mohammed Al-Dobai

General Specialization

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Nora Abdulmalik Thabit Al-Aghbari
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Nora Abdulmalik Thabit Al-Aghbari

General Specialization

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Sarah Abdullatif Mohammed Al-Imad
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Sarah Abdullatif Mohammed Al-Imad

General Specialization

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Ibrahim Askar Yahya Kamel
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Ibrahim Askar Yahya Kamel

General Specialization

Sana'a University – Yemen

Dr. Amal Abdulkarim Qasim Al-Muhalal
Lecturer

Dr. Amal Abdulkarim Qasim Al-Muhalal

Basic Sciences

Sana'a University - Yemen

Dr. Abdullah Ameen Abdullah Al-Mekhlafi
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Abdullah Ameen Abdullah Al-Mekhlafi

General Specialization

Sana'a University - Yemen

Dr. Hala Mohammed Ahmed Al-Mojahed
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Hala Mohammed Ahmed Al-Mojahed

General Specialization

Sana'a University - Yemen

Dr. Fatima Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rahmi
Lecturer

Dr. Fatima Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rahmi

Fixed Prosthodontics

Sana'a University - Yemen

Dr. Arham Mohammed Abdulqawi Al-Kharbash
Teaching Assistant

Dr. Arham Mohammed Abdulqawi Al-Kharbash

General Specialization

Sana'a University - Yemen

Dr. Nusaibah Mohammed Ahmed Al-Odaini
Lecturer

Dr. Nusaibah Mohammed Ahmed Al-Odaini

Fixed Prosthodontics

Sana'a University - Yemen