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Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) and Doctor of Science in Dentistry (DScD) in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

The combined CAGS and DScD in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics accepts a limited number of candidates, who complete clinical orthodontic training and a major orthodontic research effort usually with University research faculty.

Faculty: Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine  |  Department: Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics  |  Duration: Minimum 60 months full-time (five years, including two research years)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

Didactic work of about 69.5 units (Orthodontic Fundamentals, Biomechanics, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Digital Diagnosis, Temporary Anchorage Devices, Orthognathic Surgery, ABO Review, Biostatistics, Bioethics and Law), clinical practice 22.5 units and research 14.75 units.

Career pathways

Orthodontic practice and research.

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Application information

Duration: Minimum 60 months full-time (five years, including two research years)

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