Dental practitioners who do are likely to be commissioned to provide specialised services under the proposed new dental contract. Periodontology is just one of those specialised services you could be commissioned to do.If you are a registered dentist, our MSc Periodontology course provides an educational route for you to acquire advanced skills and knowledge in periodontology:Gain experience in our purpose-built dental skills labs and clinical patient care facilitiesMake your studies fit around your busy working life through our flexible study optionsExpand your knowledge and interests in a broad range of dental disciplinesLearn from experienced clinicians who provide expert oral health care in clinical settingsReinforce and enhance the skills which are required for everyday clinical practiceYou gain a broad and critical understanding of the key concepts underlying clinical periodontal practice. At Essex, you critically appraise research findings and develop your own evidence-based practice.Your futureOur MSc Periodontology offers you many opportunities to further your career:Academic and clinical teaching practiceAcademic developmentDevelopment of the professionEnhanced clinical skillsEnhanced professional practiceHospital practiceLocal professional networks, local dental committees, and British Dental Association groupsMedico-legal (expert witnesses)Mentoring