Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry)

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Topics of Study

In Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry) you will learn to:

• Study pre-dentistry to prepare for dental school
• Use the skills needed to practice dentistry
• Diagnose and treat dental problems
• Understand basic biomedical sciences
• Do dental surgery
• Manage a dental clinic
• Counsel patients on good dental care and disease prevention
• Work in a dental clinic, under the guidance of a professional dentist

Degrees

The following certificate(s)/degree(s) in Dentistry (Pre-Dentistry) will prepare you for jobs like the ones listed:

• 4-Year degree: required to get into dental school with a major in biology or chemistry
• More than 4 years: a minimum of three years for a Doctor of Dental Science