The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry has ongoing accreditation by the Australian Dental Council and is recognised as the postgraduate qualification associated with specialist dental training at the University. It is a combined clinical training and research program normally taken over three years (minimum three years; maximum four years).

This doctoral degree program is designed to provide candidates with advanced training in their chosen specialty, underpinned by an understanding of applied sciences, critical thought and analysis, interpersonal skills and self development. A major focus of the program is to have students gain an appreciation of the research literature in their clinical field, ethics and research methodology. Students engage in evidence-based practise, clinical research and conduct a major research project.

For further information please contact the School of Dentistry +61 8313 4204 or dental.graduate@adelaide.edu.au.

There are 7 areas of specialist training offered by the School of Dentistry. Specialist training areas include:

• Endodontics
• Oral Pathology
• Orthodontics
• Paediatric Dentistry
• Periodontics
• Prosthodontics
• Special Needs Dentistry

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Throughout the program, students will work in the clinical area as members of a health care team. Clinical placements may be undertaken at a range of public and private health care settings.

In preparation for clinical placements, students are required to have the appropriate level of immunisation as described under the Prescribed Communicable Infections (PCI), tuberculosis (TB) screening and criminal history checks (CHC). Students without valid immunisation history, PCI, TB screening notifications and CHC will not be allowed to attend placement.

Placements are compulsory for successful completion of the program. All costs associated are the responsibility of the student.

To find out more, visit the Faculty of Health Sciences website.

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