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difference between a DDS and a DMD

Posted: Fri Oct 31, 2003 6:40 pm
by Jonathan
What is the difference between a DDS and a DMD?

The DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) are the same degrees. The difference is a matter of semantics. The majority of dental schools award the DDS degree; however, some award a DMD degree. The education and degrees are the same.
Now go get your teeth cleaned.