Dental degree
Dental Degree
A Dental Degree is a professional qualification in dentistry obtained by a student upon successful completion of a dental school program. The specific degree awarded varies depending on the country, university, and the nature of the program.
Pronunciation
Den-tal De-gree
Etymology
The term "Dental Degree" is derived from the Latin word "dens", meaning "tooth", and the Old French word "degré", meaning "step" or "level".
Types of Dental Degrees
There are several types of dental degrees, including:
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS): This is the degree awarded by dental schools in the United States and Canada.
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD): This degree is equivalent to the DDS degree and is awarded by some dental schools in the United States.
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS or BChD): This is the degree awarded by dental schools in the United Kingdom, Australia, and other countries that follow the British tradition.
- Doctor of Dental Science (DDSc or DDS): This is a research degree in dentistry.
Related Terms
- Dentistry: The medical field that dental degrees pertain to.
- Dental School: The educational institution where a dental degree is obtained.
- Dental Licensure: The process by which a dental graduate becomes licensed to practice dentistry.
- Continuing Dental Education: Post-graduate education for dentists to maintain their licensure and stay updated on the latest advancements in dentistry.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dental degree
- Wikipedia's article - Dental degree
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