Doctor's degrees in Dental Public Health and Education (Cert, MS + MPH, PhD + DPH): A program that focuses on the scientific study of dental disease prevention and control, community dental health promotion, and prepares dentists and public health professionals to function as dental health specialists. Includes instruction in preventive dentistry; the relationship of oral disease to health and quality of life; patient and practitioner behavior; dental epidemiology; nutrition and dental health; dental care policy and delivery; oral health program planning and administration; biostatistics; and research methods.
Boston University
Doctorate
Dental Public Health | Boston University |
This minimum three-year program in Dental Public Health trains dentists for leadership roles in formulating health policy, in academics, and government settings. A competency examination and successful defense of an original dissertation are required. The program provides the student with in-depth knowledge and practical experience in epidemiology and biostatistics. The program also provides broad knowledge and practical experience in health care... |
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