The Faculty of Dentistry, Khon Kaen University, organised the DENT KKU OPEN HOUSE 2026 project to provide opportunities for students interested in pursuing dental studies to obtain information about the curriculum, campus life, admission guidelines and examination formats, as well as exam preparation tips from senior dental students. The event attracted over 300 students from across the country.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Ajiravudh Subarnbhesaj, Dean of the Faculty, presided over the opening ceremony and welcomed participants, stating: “Today marks a special occasion for the Faculty of Dentistry as we open our doors to welcome prospective students to experience the authentic atmosphere of being a dental student through the DENT KKU OPEN HOUSE 2026: POWER DENTURE project. This event has been organized with the intention of providing clear insights into what students will learn, practice, and become in the future, thereby enabling them to make more confident decisions regarding their educational path. The Faculty of Dentistry is committed to providing support in terms of knowledge, skills, and experience to inspire and develop students into competent dentists with the dedication to care for the oral health of Thai people.”
Dr. Nantawit Phakdiwong, Project Director, remarked that the DENT KKU OPEN HOUSE 2026 was organized to allow prospective students to become closely acquainted with the Faculty of Dentistry, Khon Kaen University, and to receive accurate and comprehensive information to support their decisions regarding their future education and career path. The event featured various activities including simulated dental practice stations, talk show sessions for experience sharing with senior dental students, and numerous other inspirational activities.
The DENT KKU OPEN HOUSE 2026 project was organised by dental students from all years, with support from the Faculty of Dentistry, Khon Kaen University. The event took place on February 14–15, 2026, at the Faculty of Dentistry, Khon Kaen University.
Over 300 students from schools nationwide participated in this year’s programme.
Participants gained hands-on experience at various stations carefully prepared by senior dental students, including talk show activities and theatrical performances.
Activities at the “Indirect Suturing and Wire Bending” station and fundamental dentistry activities such as impression taking and cavity preparation on dental models were designed to provide basic understanding of dental work, while developing precision, responsibility, and systematic teamwork skills.
The “Whose Tooth?” station allowed participants to learn and understand the principles of reading and arranging oral X-ray films, including periapical and bitewing full-mouth surveys, as well as practice using the “Three Musketeers” instruments: the mouth mirror for examining teeth, the explorer for detecting cavities, and cotton pliers for holding cotton.
