degree to specialize

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In order to specialize in the dentistry field (ex. orthodontics, endodontics, surgeon,etc.), must you have a separate bachelors degree? Or is it possible to specialize with a combined BS/DDS degree?
 
CMistry said:
You definitely need a B.S./B.A. for some of the specialties, as they award you a M.S. However, a combined B.S./D.D.S. is essentially the two seperate degrees, so having that is certainly no problem.

-Cyrus
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To be sure OP should check with the school that offers the MS to find out what the requirements are. To my best knowledge you do not need a BA/BS to get a MS in the health professional curriculum. All required is a DMD/DDS. This is why degrees in medical field is reversed as opposed to academic degrees. DP
 
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