Bachelor’s Degree (3–4 years): Complete an undergraduate degree, usually with a focus on Biology, chemistry, or a pre-medical/pre-dental track.
Dental or Medical Degree (4–5 years): Earn a BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) or MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery), depending on the country and program structure.
Entrance Exams and Residency Admission (Varies): Qualify through competitive entrance exams (like NEET MDS in India) to gain entry into a postgraduate maxillofacial surgery program.
Postgraduate Training in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (3–6 years): Undergo specialized surgical training through a residency or MDS program, focusing on facial trauma, jaw reconstruction, orthognathic surgery, and more.
Optional Fellowships (1–2 years): Pursue further specialization in areas like craniofacial surgery, cosmetic facial surgery, or oncology.
Licensing and Certification (Varies): Pass relevant board or licensing exams to practice independently as a certified maxillofacial surgeon.
Total Time: Approximately 10–15 years, depending on the country and chosen educational path.
About 12 years. Five years in medical school after qualifying from college, then another 7 years to get training and post graduation Fellowship to qualify as an oral and maxillo facial surgeon.
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There is no sub-specialty for pediatrics within oral and maxillofacial surgery. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons would be the ones who treat peds pts. 4-years undergrad to attain bachelors, 4-years dental school, then a 4-6 year residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Total of 10-12 years post high school assuming no speed bumps and ranking top 10% in your dental class.
3 to 4 years undergrad, then 3 or 4 years of Medical school, and then 2 years if you want practice with a surgeon or PhD.
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