Program Overview

Introduction to the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Program

The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program is a branch of oral medicine that is relatively independent of clinical medicine. It is a secondary discipline that focuses on maintaining and promoting oral health, as well as preventing and treating diseases of the oral organs and the maxillofacial system. This system includes teeth, periodontal tissues, lips, cheeks, tongue, palate, pharynx, facial soft tissues, maxillofacial bones, temporomandibular joints, salivary glands, and related cervical organs.

Program Overview

The program's diagnostic and therapeutic scope includes common and difficult diseases of the oral organs and maxillofacial system, as well as specialized surgical treatments. Graduates of this program can provide professional diagnostic and therapeutic services for oral diseases and implement oral health prevention and maintenance measures.

Training Objectives

The objective of this program is to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and clinical skills necessary to diagnose and treat various oral and maxillofacial diseases. Through theoretical learning and clinical practice, students will master the principles of diagnosis, treatment design, and management of oral and maxillofacial diseases, reaching the level of a junior chief physician in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Training Duration and Requirements

The training period for the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program is 2 years. Trainees must complete the standardized training for oral and maxillofacial surgery residents before accepting this specialized training. Those who have participated in oral medicine or general oral medicine residency training may have their specialized training time extended according to their actual clinical comprehensive ability.

Training Content

The program focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of oral and maxillofacial diseases. Trainees will learn about various oral and maxillofacial surgical techniques, as well as the principles of treatment design and management. The program also emphasizes the importance of medical ethics, medical etiquette, and comprehensive quality cultivation, aiming to develop trainees into talented professionals with a strong foundation in medicine, teaching, and research.

Training Bases

The program is affiliated with several top-ranked hospitals, including:

• Beijing University Sixth Hospital
• Beijing University Tumor Hospital
• Beijing University Stomatology Hospital
• Beijing University Third Hospital
• Beijing University People's Hospital
• Beijing University First Hospital

These training bases provide trainees with access to advanced medical facilities, experienced instructors, and a wide range of clinical cases, ensuring a comprehensive and practical training experience.