University of Saskatchewan

Dental Therapy

University of Saskatchewan

Faculty:College of Dentistry
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $32,448
International: $64,896

Tuition will vary depending on the type and number of classes you take in a year. This estimate reflects a typical amount you could expect to pay in your first year if you enroll in a full course load, the maximum number of courses allowed (2025-2026 Canadian dollar rates).

Description:

The Bachelor of Science in Dental Therapy [B.Sc.(DT)] program is offered by the USask College of Dentistry in partnership with the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority (NITHA), Saskatchewan Polytechnic, and Northlands College.

Dental therapists provide clinical and preventive services to children and adults in private practice and community-based settings. Clinical treatment includes patient examinations, diagnosis of dental decay and abscesses, taking and interpreting x-rays, as well as providing restorative dentistry such as fillings and stainless steel crowns on children. Dental therapists also perform tooth extractions on children and adults. Preventive services include topical fluorides, pit and fissure sealants, oral health education, health promotion and disease prevention at the individual, group and community-level settings. Dental therapists also refer patients for specialist care.

The B.Sc.(DT) program focuses on dental care for all Canadians. It is offered in six consecutive terms over two years instead of the usual three years of study, allowing students to enter the workforce after the shortest possible time of study. The program uses cutting-edge technology with haptic dental simulators in four campus locations (Saskatoon, La Ronge, Prince Albert, and Regina).

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Biology 
  •  Grade12 Mathematics  or  Grade12 Precalculus 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Social Science  or  Grade12 Humanities 
Please see website for full details on admission qualifications.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or DuoLingo or Pearson Test of English (Academic) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)
Application Notes : Please visit the website to view all accepted English language proficiency standardized tests.
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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