Bachelor of Oral Health in Parkville Australia | The University of Melbourne

As a Bachelor of Oral Health student, you'll acquire comprehensive scientific knowledge, theoretical understanding, and clinical expertise to pursue a career in oral health therapy - encompassing both dental hygiene and dental therapy professions. You'll train alongside dentistry students at the Melbourne Dental School, utilizing advanced clinical facilities. The program includes placement opportunities in both urban clinics and regional locations. Your education will be guided by experienced clinicians and globally recognized academics who contribute their professional practice, cutting-edge research, and policy knowledge to the curriculum. This degree prepares graduates for dual qualifications in dental hygiene and therapy.

Professional opportunities
Upon completing the program, you'll be qualified to work as an oral health therapist, dental therapist, or dental hygienist.

In these capacities, you'll assess and diagnose oral health conditions, develop treatment plans, implement disease prevention strategies, perform clinical procedures, conduct health education initiatives, and carry out orthodontic and preventive treatments such as taking impressions and applying fluoride treatments or sealants. Your responsibilities will include providing fillings and extracting primary teeth for pediatric and adolescent patients, as well as managing periodontal care, performing professional cleanings, and root planing for patients of all ages. Additionally, you'll take and analyze dental radiographs while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes.
The program emphasizes developing compassionate patient communication skills, designing targeted health promotion strategies for diverse populations, and contributing to community-based oral health initiatives.