Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0

• 51. - Health professions and related programs
• 51.05 - Advanced/graduate dentistry and oral sciences (Cert., MS, MSc, PhD)

51.0505 - Dental materials (MS, MSc, PhD)

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on the scientific study of the biomaterials and inert and active compounds used in dental procedures; the development of dental materials; and their effects on the living tissues of the oral cavity and systemic bodily health. These programs include courses in materials science, dental bioengineering, biocompatibility of materials; physics and mechanics of dental materials; elastic and plastic deformation; surface bonding; and applications to fixed and removable prostheses and restorative procedures.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • dental materials (MS, MSc, PhD)

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• Exclusion(s)

  • dental technician(51.0603)
  • materials science(40.1001)
  • prosthodontics specialty - residency(60.0108)
  • prosthodontology (Cert., MS, MSc, PhD)(51.0511)