ProgramCIP 51.0505
Dental Materials
A 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. Includes instruction 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.
Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).
Also called Dental Materials (MS), Dental Materials (PhD).
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