BS Dental Hygiene (DH)
Healthy Smiles, Healthy Lives
The BS Dental Hygiene program at Bakhtawar Amin College of Allied Health Sciences (BACHS), Multan prepares students to become oral healthcare professionals skilled in preventive, educational, and therapeutic dental services. The program emphasizes hands-on patient care, focusing on oral health promotion, periodontal therapy, scaling, polishing, radiography, and preventive dentistry.
Affiliated with the University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore, the curriculum aligns with global dental hygiene standards, ensuring students are trained to meet the growing demand for skilled oral health practitioners.
Course details
Credit Hours
130–135
Duration
4 Years
System
Semester System (8 Semesters)
Attendance
Full-time
Program roadmap
BS DENTAL HYGIENE (Hons)
- Functional English — 03 (T) + 00 (P) = 03
- Quantitative Reasoning-I — 03 + 00 = 03
- Natural Sciences — 02 + 01 = 03
- Arts & Humanities — 02 + 00 = 02
- Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan — 02 + 00 = 02
- Basic Biochemistry — 03 + 00 = 03
- PERL-I — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 17
- Expository Writing — 03 + 00 = 03
- Quantitative Reasoning-II — 03 + 00 = 03
- Social Sciences — 02 + 00 = 02
- Islamic Studies / Ethics — 02 + 00 = 02
- Basic Anatomy — 03 + 00 = 03
- Basic Physiology — 03 + 00 = 03
- PERL-II — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 17
- Fundamentals of ICT — 02 + 01 = 03
- General Pathology — 03 + 00 = 03
- Oral Biology & Histology — 02 + 01 = 03
- Tooth Morphology & Occlusion — 03 + 00 = 03
- Dental Materials-I — 02 + 01 = 03
- Oral Microbiology — 02 + 01 = 03
- English Proficiency-I — 02 + 00 = 02
- PERL-III — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 21
- Pharmacology — 02 + 01 = 03
- Oral Pathology — 03 + 00 = 03
- Dental Radiography & Safety — 02 + 01 = 03
- Preventive Dentistry & Health Promotion — 02 + 01 = 03
- Periodontology-I — 02 + 01 = 03
- Dental Materials-II — 02 + 01 = 03
- English Proficiency-II — 02 + 00 = 02
- PERL-IV — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 21
- Pre-clinical Dental Hygiene / Instrumentation-I — 02 + 01 = 03
- Dental Hygiene Clinic-I — 00 + 03 = 03
- Periodontology-II — 02 + 01 = 03
- Dental Pharmacology & Pain Control — 02 + 00 = 02
- Oral Health Education & Community Dentistry — 02 + 01 = 03
- Dental Ergonomics & Safety — 02 + 01 = 03
- English Proficiency-III — 02 + 00 = 02
- PERL-V — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 20
- Dental Hygiene Clinic-II — 00 + 03 = 03
- Advanced Periodontology — 02 + 01 = 03
- Pediatric Dental Hygiene — 02 + 01 = 03
- Oral Medicine & Diagnosis — 02 + 01 = 03
- Dental Nutrition & Counseling — 02 + 00 = 02
- Infection Control & Office Safety — 02 + 01 = 03
- English Proficiency-IV — 02 + 00 = 02
- PERL-VI — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 20
- Community Oral Health Field Posting — 01 + 02 = 03
- Clinical Rotation — 00 + 03 = 03
- Advanced Clinical Modalities — 02 + 01 = 03
- Periodontal Therapy & Maintenance — 02 + 01 = 03
- Research Methods & Inquiry — 03 + 00 = 03
- English Proficiency-V — 02 + 00 = 02
- PERL-VII — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 18
- Advanced Clinical Internship — 00 + 03 = 03
- Operative / Periodontal Care — 02 + 01 = 03
- Special Care Dentistry & Geriatrics — 02 + 01 = 03
- Practice Management & Ethics — 02 + 00 = 02
- Elective — 02 + 01 = 03
- Capstone Project — 03 + 00 = 03
- English Proficiency-VI — 02 + 00 = 02
- PERL-VIII — 01 + 00 = 01
Total Credit Hours: 20
Eligibility Criteria
Admission to the BS program at the College of Allied Health Sciences, BAMDC requires:
FSc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent with at least 60% marks.
Selection strictly on merit, Entry Test Marks & following national guidelines.
Why Choose Bakhtawar Amin College of Allied Health Sciences?
- UHS-recognized and globally relevant curriculum.
- Clinical practice in Bakhtawar Amin Dental Hospital, under supervision of dental surgeons.
- Expert faculty with specialization in preventive and restorative dentistry.
- Training in oral health education, dental radiography, and advanced scaling techniques.
- Opportunities for internships, workshops, and community oral health programs.
- Scholarships and financial assistance available for deserving students.
Distinctive Features
- Hands-on Training: Practical exposure in dental clinics and hospitals.
- Preventive Focus: Strong emphasis on patient education and oral hygiene awareness.
- Clinical Competency: Expertise in scaling, polishing, sealants, and fluoride application.
- Community Engagement: Dental hygiene camps, awareness drives, and preventive programs.
- Research Opportunities: Participation in oral health and public health research.
Career Scope
Graduates of BS DH can pursue careers as:
Licensed Dental Hygienists in clinics and hospitals.
Oral health educators in schools and communities.
Preventive dentistry specialists assisting dental surgeons.
Dental radiography and oral diagnostics professionals.
Researchers and academicians in dental hygiene sciences.
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At BACHS Multan, the BS Dental Hygiene program offers a pathway to becoming an essential member of the dental healthcare team. With rigorous academic training, clinical exposure, and community outreach, students are empowered to promote oral health and create brighter smiles for a healthier society.