Dental degree

Dental degree is an academic or professional degree in dentistry. It is awarded upon graduation from dental school to become a dentist. The most common dental degrees are the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), and Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).

Types of Dental Degrees

There are several types of dental degrees, each with its own specific focus and requirements.

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) is the most common dental degree in the Commonwealth countries. It is equivalent to the DDS degree in the United States. The BDS degree requires five years of study in a dental school, followed by one or two years of compulsory internship.

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

The Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) is a professional degree in dentistry practiced in the United States and Canada. It is equivalent to the BDS degree in Commonwealth countries. The DDS degree requires four years of study in a dental school, followed by a licensure examination.

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)

The Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) is another professional degree in dentistry practiced in the United States and Canada. It is equivalent to the DDS degree. The DMD degree requires four years of study in a dental school, followed by a licensure examination.

Licensure and Practice

After earning a dental degree, dentists must pass a licensure examination to practice dentistry. The licensure examination typically includes a written test and a clinical examination. In some countries, dentists must also complete a period of supervised practice before they can practice independently.

See Also

• Dentistry
• Dental School
• Dental Examination

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