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Study Periodontology at Otago

    A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants.

    Periodontists are also experts in the treatment of oral inflammation. Periodontists receive extensive training in these areas. They are familiar with the latest techniques for diagnosing and treating periodontal disease, and are also trained in performing cosmetic periodontal procedures.

    Periodontology at Otago

    Periodontology is available as a subject of study for the:

    For further information about Periodontology see Faculty of Dentistry.

    Requirements

    PERI papers

    Paper Code Year Title Points Teaching period
    PERI701 2024 Principles of Periodontology 60 1st Non standard period
    PERI702 2024 Clinical Periodontology 60 1st Non standard period
    PERI711 2024 Principles of Periodontology 60 1st Non standard period
    PERI712 2024 Clinical Periodontology 60 1st Non standard period
    PERI730 2024 Periodontology PGDipClinDent Special Topics 60 Not offered in 2024

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