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About Periodontics/Periodontology

A program that focuses on the advanced study of the etiology and treatment of diseases of the gingivae (gum tissue) and supporting bone, nerve, and vascular structures. Includes instruction in periodontium pathology, diagnostic procedures and equipment, occulsion, nutritional aspects of periodontology, surgical treatments, and patient care and management.

For all the 139 degrees granted in Periodontics/Periodontology annually, the majority of them are Post masters certificate. Out of the 50 students graduating with degrees at the Masters degree level across the US, 38% percent identify as women and 62% percent identify as men. Though students at schools all over the US study Periodontics/Periodontology, Massachusetts has the most graduates. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Periodontics/Periodontology is $38,300.

Popularity of Periodontics/Periodontology Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Periodontics/Periodontology degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying career for Periodontics/Periodontology majors is Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary. However, something else to think about is how many job openings there currently is. A job that is in high need that a degree in Periodontics/Periodontology can prepare you for is Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Periodontics/Periodontology majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Periodontics/Periodontology majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
50
Female Students
19 (38%)
Male Students
31 (62%)
White (17, 34%)
Asian (13, 26%)
U.S. Nonresident (13, 26%)
Black or African American (3, 6%)
Hispanic or Latino (2, 4%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (2, 4%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (0, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (0, <1%)
Two or more races (0, <1%)

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