How many years do you have to study for dentistry?

In most countries, the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, which is required to practice dentistry, takes four years of academic study following a four-year undergraduate degree. This means a total of eight years of education after high school.

United States: In the United States, dental school typically takes four years to complete, after which graduates are awarded a DDS or DMD degree.

Canada: In Canada, dental school takes four years to complete, after which graduates are awarded a DDS degree.

United Kingdom: In the United Kingdom, dental school takes five years to complete. After four years, students are awarded a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree, and after an additional year of clinical training, they receive the Licentiate in Dental Surgery (LDS) qualification.

Australia: In Australia, dental school takes five years to complete, and graduates are awarded a Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS) degree.

New Zealand: In New Zealand, dental school takes five years to complete, and graduates are awarded a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree.