About the Department of Restorative Dental Sciences
The Department of Restorative Dental Sciences is one of the leading academic and clinical departments at the College of Dentistry, King Saud University. It comprises three major scientific divisions: Operative Dentistry, Endodontics, and Dental Materials
The department plays a central role in advancing education, training, and research within these specialties, and is considered one of the core departments that keeps pace with the continuous development of modern dental science
The department is home to a distinguished group of faculty members and researchers and offers advanced academic programs at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels (Master’s, PhD, and fellowship programs). It also provides specialized training aimed at preparing highly skilled practitioners in restorative dentistry, endodontics, and dental materials, with a strong emphasis on digital technologies and contemporary clinical applications.
The department maintains a leading position in scientific research through its projects and contributions to expanding knowledge in dental materials science, restorative dentistry, and endodontics. Clinically, the department delivers advanced patient care through the Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics Clinics at the University Dental Hospital, ensuring the highest standards of quality and patient safety.
The department is committed to continuously enhancing curricula, improving the educational environment, supporting faculty members, students, and trainees, and strengthening academic and clinical collaboration in alignment with the university’s vision for excellence and innovation.
Prof. Yasser bin Fawaz Al-Fawaz
Chairman, Department of Restorative Dental Sciences
College of Dentistry – King Saud University
