Periodontology is a three-year graduate speciality program focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, oral inflammation, and the placement of dental implants. Periodontists are familiar with the latest techniques for diagnosing and treating periodontal disease and are also trained in performing cosmetic periodontal procedures. Periodontists treat complex and advanced periodontal cases including patients with a complex medical history. The requirements for the program include coursework, a clinical component, and a thesis.

Admission Requirements

  • a minimum of an accredited four-year DMD or DDS program from a college or university recognized by the University of Saskatchewan
  • A cumulative weighted entrance average of at least 70% in the last two years of study (i.e., 60 credit units) 
  • Proof of English proficiency may be required for applicants to graduate programs. Proof of English proficiency may be demonstrated through:
    • A minimum of three consecutive years of full-time study or completion of a graduate degree at a recognized post-secondary institution, where the exclusive language of instruction and examination of the program and/or institution is in English; or
    • Provision of evidence of English language proficiency, using one of the approved tests listed in the English Language Proficiency Policy.
  • Statement of Academic Intent 
  • Up-to-date CV
  • Completion of at least one year of experience with dental practice and procedures prior to the start of the program is preferred but not required. 
For more information on language proficiency requirements, see the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Academic Policies for more information.

Degree Requirements

NOTE: All Dentistry courses (DENT) in the M.Sc. Periodontics program require a passing grade of 70%.

A minimum total of 147 credit units are required to complete this program. Students must maintain continuous registration in DENT 990 and DENT 994.

  • GPS 960.0
  • GPS 961.0, if research involves human subjects
  • GPS 962.0, if research involves animal subjects
  • DENT 990.0
  • DENT 994.0
  • thesis defense

147 credit units of 800-level course work, including the following:

Year 1

  • PUBH 805.3
  • DENT 810.6
  • DENT 811.6
  • DENT 812.6
  • DENT 813.18
  • DENT 815.12

Year 2

  • DENT 820.6
  • DENT 821.6
  • DENT 822.6
  • DENT 823.18
  • DENT 825.12

Year 3

  • DENT 830.6
  • DENT 831.6
  • DENT 832.6
  • DENT 833.18
  • DENT 835.12

*Additional coursework may be required at the recommendation of the advisory committee