Dentistry
Michigan State University does not have a dental school. The information below is intended for undergraduate students who are preparing to apply to dental schools across the state/country.
Dentistry is the branch of the healing arts and sciences devoted to maintaining the health of the teeth, gums and other hard and soft tissues in and around the mouth. A dentist is a doctor, scientist and clinician dedicated to the highest standards of health through prevention, diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases and conditions.
Dental schools are graduate-level programs and are 4 years in length. Upon completion, graduates earn a D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine) degree. There is no difference between the D.D.S and D.M.D. degrees and graduates can practice as general dentists. Approximately 80% of all dentists practice General Dentistry. Successful completion of all national licensing and national board examinations are also required to practice.
Becoming a recognized specialist usually requires from 1 to 4 years of additional training beyond the dental degree. The American Dental Association currently recognizes nine dental specialties.
Dentistry Co-Curriucular Tracker
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Michigan Dental School Prerequisites
View course requirements for Michigan dental programs.
Application Cycle Data
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