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.

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


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.
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


Duration

Three years

Application deadlines

Applications open July 1st and close September 15th.

Requirements

Educational Background

  • A 4-year Bachelor’s degree (honours preferred).
  • DDS degree or equivalent with a minimum B average (preferred).
  • Students from multiple disciplines are welcome to apply.

Academic Performance

  • Minimum academic average of 80% during the final two years of undergraduate study.

Preferred Experience

  • At least two years of general practice experience (preferred).

International Applicants

Applicants graduating outside of Canada, the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, or Ireland must:

Apply now via Western's School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

Have questions? Connect with us!

Contact our program admissions office for more information or get your questions answered.

Postgraduate Dental Education Office

postgraddentistry@schulich.uwo.ca

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