Future Students - Dentistry - Western University

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

Our DDS program offers intensive educational experiences and clinical training that shape world-class, community-focused dental practitioners.

DDS

4 years

Scholarships

Application pathways

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Advanced Standing Program for International Dental Graduates (ASPIDG)

This transformative program lets internationally trained dentists earn a Canadian DDS degree and prepare to be licensed to practice in Canada.

DDS

3 years

Full-time

Internationally Trained Dentists

Overview

Dental Clinician Scientist (DCS) program

This rigorous, expansive program equips accomplished learners with the expertise and perspective needed to excel in academic careers and drive innovation in oral health research.

PhD/DDS

Combined degree

Advanced study

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General Practice Residency (GPR)

Deepen your proficiency in patient care, clinical skills and leadership with this residency program designed for accomplished, ambitious dental professionals.

Postgraduate

Residency

Advanced study

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Graduate Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics

This program is for ambitious orthodontic leaders looking to specialize in orthodontic innovation through advanced clinical expertise, research proficiency, and leadership skills.

MCID (Master of Clinical Dentistry)

3 years

Postgraduate

Advanced study

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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS)

This six-year combined degree program is designed for dental professionals who plan to specialize in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

MD/MSc

6 years

Combined degree

Residency

Advanced study

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Simulation Clinic

The School’s current renewal process for dentistry involved a relocation and significant upgrade to the Simulation Clinic.

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Continuing Dental Education (CDE)

Featured courses

Browse our upcoming continuing dental education programming.

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