Short Description
A professional dental degree equivalent to DDS, awarded to graduates qualified to diagnose, treat, and prevent oral health conditions.
Long Description
DMD, or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (also called Doctor of Dental Medicine), is a professional degree awarded to dental school graduates who have completed accredited training in general dentistry. Like the DDS degree, it qualifies dentists to diagnose oral conditions, perform restorative and surgical procedures, and provide preventive care.
The difference between DMD and DDS lies only in the title conferred by the dental school—both degrees require the same education, clinical training, and licensing exams. Dental schools choose which title to award based on their institutional preference.
A dentist with a DMD can perform a variety of procedures, including fillings, extractions, crowns, and gum treatments. They may also pursue additional education to specialize in areas such as endodontics, periodontics, or prosthodontics. Regardless of the degree title, all licensed dentists adhere to the same standards of care and continuing education requirements.