Oral and dental health is an integral part of overall health. Therefore, dentists who are concerned with the health of the teeth and the oral cavity are also among the key contributors to patients’ general well-being. Dental education is not limited to theoretical courses and practical training in phantom laboratories; it is a comprehensive five-year educational process that also includes clinical internship training involving direct patient care.

With a student-centered approach, the Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul Aydın University is a contemporary institution that prioritizes continuity in education and upholds high-quality standards without compromise. The Faculty provides education in basic medical sciences and eight clinical departments and hosts a distinguished and experienced academic staff. Closely following scientific and technological advancements, the Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul Aydın University is among the leading dental faculties in Türkiye in terms of its physical and technical infrastructure. In addition to contributing to science through publications indexed in national and international databases, patent projects, and R&D activities, the Faculty also embraces an institutional culture committed to serving humanity through social responsibility projects that address societal needs.

Undoubtedly, academic success requires discipline and perseverance. However, as in all professions centered on human interaction, patience and empathy are essential for success in the field of dentistry. In this regard, the primary objective of the Faculty of Dentistry at Istanbul Aydın University is to educate competent and pioneering dentists who practice the profession in accordance with its fundamental principles, uphold ethical and moral values, and contribute meaningfully to science and society.

Prof. Dr. Şeyda Hergüner Siso