Master of Science [M.S] [Dentistry (Concentration in Orthodontics)] From Virginia Commonwealth University

Contemporary concepts of orthodontic treatment are reviewed for substantive and scientific content. Also included are regularly scheduled orthognathic surgery conferences and seminars with other dental and medical specialists.

Students completing the program earn a specialty Certificate in Orthodontics and Master of Science in Dentistry degree. Students must complete the requirements for the master’s degree prior to being awarded the specialty certificate.

The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association.

Student learning outcomes:

• Formulate and conduct a relevant research project as evidenced in the completion of a master’s thesis in a publishable format for a refereed journal

• Be equipped to practice evidence-based orthodontics

• Have demonstrated the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues in general dentistry, dental specialties, medicine and other health care practitioners in the provision of ethical and informed patient care

• Be proficient in: Diagnosis, treatment planning, treatment, retention and prognosis of dental malocclusions and dento-facial disharmony; Outcome assessment; Diagnostic imaging technologies; Management of patients with craniofacial deformities; Management of combined orthodontic and surgical cases; Use of various fixed and removable appliances, aligner technology; Use of temporary anchorage devices and soft tissue laser; Use of digital technology for records taking and treatments with aligners.

• Be eligible to sit for the Diplomate Boards of the American Board of Orthodontists