Graduate Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Master of Clinical Dentistry (MCID)

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

Graduate Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Master of Clinical Dentistry (MCID)

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

Graduate Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Master of Clinical Dentistry (MCID)

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

About the program

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Our highly competitive program offers the academic foundation and clinical training essential for specialization in orthodontics. Across 36 continuous months, you'll receive advanced education in the science and art of orthodontics, learn the essential techniques of the speciality, undertake supervised diagnosis and treatment of complex cases, and prepare a publishable thesis.

Program name: Graduate Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Degree level: Master of Clinical Dentistry (MCID)
Duration: Three years
Application deadline: Applications open July 1st and close September 15th
Contact: postgraddentistry@schulich.uwo.ca
Website: Graduate Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics Program

MCID

Postgraduate

Thesis-based

Full-time

Reasons to study

A dental student works on a mannequin, mastering orthodontic techniques.

Advanced clinical training

Gain hands-on expertise in diagnosing and treating complex orthodontic cases and master techniques essential to this specialization.

Two dental professionals discuss training in a clinic.

Small cohort

As one of the program's three learners, you'll benefit from personalized mentorship and focused training.

Dental students attend a lecture, focusing on an integrated orthodontics program.

Comprehensive structure

This intensive program integrates foundational sciences, clinical practice and research to prepare you for excellence in orthodontics.

Related courses

Head and neck anatomy
Biostatistics

Physiology
Oral pathology

Program details

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Duration

Three years

Application deadlines

Applications open July 1st and close September 15th.

Requirements

Educational background

DDS or DMD (or equivalent) required
ADAT scores (valid 3 years) must be sent directly to Western if your dental school is non-accredited
ADAT is waived when you also hold an accredited MSc/PhD in a dental field

Academic performance

Minimum B (75 %) average in dental school
Relevant research or professional experience may offset a lower GPA on a case-by-case basis

Clinical experience

At least one year in general or specialty practice or a residency (GPR, AEGD, specialty program)

English-language proficiency

Required only if your dental degree was taught in a non-English setting. Submit one of:

TOEFL iBT 105 (Western ID 0984)
IELTS Academic 7.5 overall, no band < 6
Duolingo 135
Waived if you later earned an MSc/PhD at an English-language institution. Alternative proof may be considered—contact us for details.