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The Department of Dental Diagnostics and Surgical Sciences offers graduate instruction and research leading to a Master of Dentistry degree in Periodontics. The program includes clinical training, lectures and seminars in the clinical and related basic sciences and research.
Expected duration: 3 years
Program components
The Master of Dentistry in Periodontics program includes:
- Clinical training: Hands-on experience in diagnosing and treating periodontal conditions.
- Lectures and seminars: Instruction in clinical and related basic sciences.
- Research opportunities: Engage in meaningful research projects in the field.
Program requirements
To complete the program, you will need to fulfill the following requirements:
- Coursework: Complete 58 credit hours.
- Clinical experience: Accumulate a minimum of 1,200 hours of clinical experience, with approximately 100 hours spent in the hospital dental clinic.
- Capstone project: Submit an essay or research project.
Tuition and fees
You will be required to pay the yearly program fee for each year you are registered. For details, please refer to the Graduate tuition and fees.
Clinical experience
Our program offers extensive clinical training, providing periodontal consultation and treatment services, including dental implants, to:
- Patients attending the College of Dentistry
- Patients referred by private practice dentists in Winnipeg and throughout Manitoba
You will have the unique opportunity to treat a diverse range of periodontal conditions while participating in ongoing clinical and basic periodontal research. The Graduate Periodontal Clinic simulates a private practice environment and includes support from dental hygienists and dental assistants.
Your curriculum will also feature:
- A conscious sedation hospital rotation
- Private practice periodontal office rotations
Accreditation
Our program is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC) and recognized by the American Dental Association. Completing the program makes you eligible to take the examinations of:
- Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC)
- National Dental Specialty Exams (NDSE)
- American Board of Periodontology (ABP)
Sample course offerings
- DDSS 7010: Biology and Pathology of the Periodontium (6 credit hours)
- DDSS 7030: Advanced Oral Radiology (1 credit hour)
- DDSS 7050: Oral Medicine and Oral Diagnosis (3 credit hours)
- DDSS 7120: Advanced Clinical Periodontics (4 credit hours)
- DDSS 7130: Occlusion (3 credit hours)
- DDSS 7210: Clinical Practice in Periodontics (18 credit hours)
- DDSS 7230: Advanced Oral Pathology (6 credit hours)
- DDSS 7300: Dental Implantology (3 credit hours)
- ANAT 7060: Advanced Human Macroscopic (6 credit hours)
- ORLB 7090: Pharmacology and Therapeutics (3 credit hours)
For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Admission requirements
The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the MDent in Periodontics program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
Eligibility criteria
To be considered for admission to the Master of Dentistry in Periodontics, you must:
- Dental qualification: Possess a dental qualification that makes you eligible for licensure in a province of Canada.
- Provincial licensing compliance: Comply with provincial requirements for licensing of dental interns and residents.
In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
How to apply
Applications for the Master of Dentistry in Periodontics program are accepted once a year for entry in August. To apply, you must complete the online application, which includes several essential components.
Application components
To submit your application, please include the following items:
- Application fee: A non-refundable fee is required. More information here.
- Unofficial copies of transcripts: Submit copies of your academic records.
- Current curriculum vitae: Provide an updated CV detailing your education and experience.
- Dean’s letter: This letter must be completed within the online application.
- Letters of recommendation: Submit two letters; one must be from your current or recent position, which can be requested within the application.
- Statement of intent: Outline your goals and reasons for applying.
- Proof of English language proficiency: Provide evidence if required. See requirements here.
NOTE: By preparing these materials ahead of time, you can ensure a smooth application process for the Master of Dentistry in Periodontics program.
Required equipment
Successful applicants admitted to the program will be required to purchase the following items:
- Digital camera
- Laptop computer
- Periodontal instrument kit: This kit must be purchased through the Dental Stores at the Faculty of Dentistry.
- Surgical scrubs
- Recommended textbooks
- Advanced cardiovascular life support certification course: This course is provided during training but is not included in tuition fees.
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Admission and application inquiries
Faculty of Graduate Studies
Room 500 UMSU University Centre
65 Chancellors Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
graduate.admissions@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-9377
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Program inquiries
Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry
Dean’s Office, Graduate Programs
Room D113 Dentistry Building
780 Bannatyne Avenue
University of Manitoba (Bannatyne Campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0W2
periodontics@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-272-3062
Fax: 204-272-3077