The Preceptorship Program in the Department of Periodontology at Yonsei University Dental Hospital is designed to provide structured clinical and academic exposure for dentists seeking advanced training in periodontology and implant dentistry. Yonsei University has played a central role in the development of modern dental education and clinical practice in Korea. The Department of Periodontology has been instrumental in establishing contemporary periodontal and implant treatment protocols and continues to contribute to advancements in both clinical practice and research. This program offers a faculty-based training model in which participants are assigned to specific mentors, allowing for focused exposure to subspecialized clinical areas, including periodontal surgery, implant therapy, and regenerative procedures. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based decision-making, interdisciplinary treatment planning, and integration of digital technologies into clinical workflows.

• Program Format : Faculty-based structured training
• Focus Areas : Periodontology, implant dentistry, regenerative therapy, digital workflow
• Duration : 1–6 months (domestic) / 1–12 months (international); exact schedules are finalized through pre-admission consultation
• Positions : Limited, based on faculty availability

Participants will engage in structured clinical observation under faculty supervision:

• Observation of periodontal surgical procedures and implant placement
• Exposure to complex cases including ridge augmentation, sinus augmentation, and peri-implant disease management
• Understanding of diagnostic protocols and treatment planning strategies
• Optional participation in chairside assistance, depending on institutional policy

The program incorporates digital technologies as part of routine clinical practice:

• Digital implant planning and guided surgery
• Integration of intraoral scanning and digital prosthetic workflows
• Application of digital tools in diagnosis, planning, and execution

Participants will be involved in structured academic activities:

• Departmental seminars and case conferences
• Evidence-based discussions on treatment planning and clinical decision-making
• Journal clubs focusing on critical appraisal of current literature
• Faculty-led lectures on advanced clinical and scientific topics

• Participation in case-based treatment planning sessions
• Exposure to interdisciplinary case management
• Faculty-guided discussion on diagnostic reasoning and clinical outcomes

Participants may engage in research activities under faculty supervision:

• Participation in ongoing laboratory or clinical research
• Exposure to study design, data interpretation, and scientific writing
• Opportunity to contribute to academic publications or presentations (optional)

Each participant is assigned to a faculty mentor, and the curriculum is tailored according to the faculty member’s clinical expertise and research focus. The program includes:

• Structured clinical observation
• Participation in department-specific seminars
• Case-based discussions
• Optional research involvement

Detailed faculty profiles and specific training components are provided upon application.

• Graduates of accredited dental schools or equivalent qualifications
• Applicants with an interest in periodontology and implant dentistry

Applicants must submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV), including:

• Academic performance
• Clinical experience and procedural exposure
• Area of interest and professional objectives
• Evidence of professionalism and clinical maturity

Selection is based on a comprehensive evaluation of the submitted CV. Evaluation criteria include:

• Scope and depth of clinical experience
• Alignment with the program focus
• Academic and professional potential
• Overall readiness for advanced clinical training

Interviews may be conducted at the discretion of the department.

Upon completion of the program, participants will:

• Acquire advanced understanding of periodontal and implant treatment protocols
• Develop competency in evidence-based diagnosis and treatment planning
• Gain exposure to digital workflows in clinical practice
• Enhance their foundation for clinical and academic advancement

A certificate of completion will be issued.

• This is an observation-based program and does not constitute accredited postgraduate specialty training or confer eligibility for dental licensure.
• Participants are not permitted to independently treat patients; all clinical activities are limited to observation unless otherwise permitted under institutional policies and supervision.