Diploma in Dental Technology

Course Name:

Diploma in Dental Technology

University Name:

MAHSA University

Campus:

Saujana Putra

Qualification:

Diploma

Duration:

3 years

Intake:

January, May, August

IELTS:

5.0 Study Mode:

On-campus

Study Type:

Full time study

Program Mode:

Coursework

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Yearly Tuition Fees

Year	Fee
1st Year	MYR 14,667
2nd Year	MYR 14,667
3rd Year	MYR 14,667

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Other Fees

Description	Fee
Facilities Fee (Yearly)	MYR 2,900
Registration Fee	MYR 800
Visa and Insurance	MYR 3,000

Note:

+University fees for this course do not include 6% tax (SST)

Campus

Saujana Putra

Qualification

Diploma

Duration

3 years

Intake

January, May, August

IELTS

5.0

Study Mode

On-campus

Study Type

Full time study

Program Mode

Coursework

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Yearly Tuition Fees

Year	Fee
1st Year	MYR 14,667
2nd Year	MYR 14,667
3rd Year	MYR 14,667

Other Fees

Description	Fee
Facilities Fee (Yearly)	MYR 2,900
Registration Fee	MYR 800
Visa and Insurance	MYR 3,000

Note:

+University fees for this course do not include 6% tax (SST)

Course Overview

The Diploma in Dental Technology at MAHSA University offers a specialized pedagogical framework designed to ground students in the technical tenets and laboratory methodologies of restorative and corrective dentistry. The program facilitates a transition from secondary education to professional technical proficiency by synthesizing rigorous theoretical inquiry with applied dental materials science, ensuring that candidates can navigate the complexities of constructing high-precision oral prostheses and orthodontic appliances. The curriculum is strategically structured to provide a holistic mastery of several critical vocational pillars: Prosthetic Design and Fabrication: Cultivating the intricate manual and digital skills required to architect and manufacture crowns, bridges, and removable partial or full dentures to restore dental function and aesthetics. Orthodontic and Protective Instrumentation: Developing the expertise required to construct specialized devices, including orthodontic aligners, retainers, and custom-fitted mouthguards for trauma prevention. Clinical Safety and Laboratory Governance: Establishing a thorough understanding of infection control protocols, first aid, and occupational health and safety standards (OSHA) specific to the dental laboratory environment. Bio-Mechanical Repair and Maintenance: Mastering the methodologies used to diagnose structural failures in dental fixtures and execute precise repairs to ensure long-term appliance integrity. By integrating technical expertise with entrepreneurial literacy and store management, the program equips candidates with the vocational competencies required to excel as resourceful dental technologists. Graduates emerge as prepared professionals ready for pivotal roles in Commercial Dental Laboratories, Hospital Dental Departments, or Private Specialized Clinics, possessing the prerequisite academic rigor and ethical grounding to pursue direct entry into advanced practice or specialized Bachelor’s degree tracks in Dental Technology or Biomaterials Engineering.

Curriculum

Other Fees

Programme Structure

Year	Modules & Key Focus Areas
Year 1: Foundations & The Complete Denture	Sciences: Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, and Oral Pathology. Materials: Dental Materials & Manipulation (how to mix and use stones, waxes, and acrylics). Prosthetics: Complete Denture Prosthetics—learning to carve teeth and fabricate full sets of dentures for edentulous patients. Safety: Infection Control, Hazards, and Basic Life Support.
Year 2: Specialized Appliances & Partial Works	Partial Dentures: Design and fabrication of Removable Partial Dentures (RPDs). Advanced Specialties: Orthodontic appliances (braces/retainers) and Maxillofacial prostheses (prosthetic ears, noses, or obturators). Interim Works: Fixed Prosthodontics, including the fabrication of temporary (interim) crowns and bridges. Maintenance: Repair and maintenance of existing dental appliances.
Year 3: Professional Practice & Complex Fixed Works	Fixed Prosthodontics: Mastery of permanent Crown and Bridge fabrication. Clinical Integration: Clinical Laboratory Practice and Chairside Practice (understanding the technician-dentist-patient workflow). Regulation: The Dental Act, Radiation Act, Ethics, and Jurisprudence. Management: Managing dental records and Dental store/supply chain management.

Field of Research

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