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Department of Dentistry

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The Department of Dentistry conducts the following programs:

  • An accredited four-year program leading to the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). At least two pre-dental years at university are required before admission to this program.
  • A Bachelor of Medical Science degree that students registered in the DDS program may apply for after successfully completing the first two years of the DDS program.
  • An accredited three-year program leading to the Diploma in Dental Hygiene or a four-year program awarding a Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene Specialization).
  • MSc and PhD degrees in Medical Sciences (Dentistry, Oral Biology and Orthodontics).
  • MSc degree (course-based) in Medical Sciences (TMD/Orofacial Pain).
  • The Department of Dentistry sponsors a wide variety of continuing dental education opportunities throughout the year through the Continuing Dental Education program. Courses are offered both on campus and occasionally at other sites within the province. Annually, thousands of dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and others participate in the many lecture, hands-on clinical and laboratory type courses that are offered. Local and visiting speakers of national and international reputation provide continuing education of a high quality.

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