College of Dentistry, University of Saskatchewan

What College of Dentistry, University of Saskatchewan does

The College of Dentistry is a constituent college of the University of Saskatchewan, a public research university, established around 1970 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. It is the only Canadian dental school to house four oral health programs under one roof (Doctor of Dental Medicine, Dental Therapy BSc, Dental Hygiene BSc, and Dental Assisting Certificate) and the only university in Canada with all health science programs on a single campus, enabling an integrated interprofessional education model. The college also offers an International Dental Degree Program for foreign-trained dentists, an MSc in Periodontology, and MSc/PhD programs in Precision Oral and Systemic Health (POSH), with the PhD pathway now supported by a fully funded cohort launching in September 2026. Core training infrastructure includes a $24 million renovated dental clinic (grand opening May 1, 2026) with a Simulation Learning Centre using augmented reality, digital imaging systems, modern treatment units, and advanced laboratories spanning mass spectrometry, 3D bioprinting, flow cytometry/FACS, RNA sequencing, and 3D imaging.

The college's business model blends tuition and government appropriations with two distinctive revenue arms. First, the USask Dental Clinic and the Prince Albert satellite dental therapy clinic deliver patient care at reduced cost because services are performed by senior students under licensed dentist supervision, with published fees (e.g., $116 uncomplicated extraction, $200-$300 root canal, $40-$160 deep cleaning, $900 crown, $900 complete denture pair) and direct billing to the Canadian Dental Care Plan. Second, the USASK-DATE (Dental Access and Training Expansion) program provides fully funded dental care for uninsured patients and those facing barriers to the CDCP, supported by Health Canada's Oral Health Access Fund. The college also generates event revenue (hosting the 2026 Canadian Oral Health Summit, June 18-20, with tiered registration of $130-$450) and research funding, notably a $2 million five-year partnership with FAPESP (São Paulo Research Foundation) announced in March 2026 that funds 10 joint research grants annually.

The college's research enterprise is anchored by the POSH program, which spans dental materials, salivary diagnostics, proteomics, oral microbiology, phototherapy, stem cell biology, regenerative medicine, and AI in dentistry. The INSPiRE Oral Health Consortium links the college with six global dental schools (Peking University, University of São Paulo, Catholic University of Portugal, University of Otago, and University of Western Cape) for student mobility and joint research. The college holds full seven-year CDAC accreditation for the DMD program through 2032, the strongest accreditation result in more than three decades, and is ranked 4th in Canada and 115th globally in the Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects in Dentistry and Oral Sciences. Leadership is headed by Dean Dr. Walter Siqueira, with directors for the dental hygiene program (Carla Ofstie) and graduate studies (Dr. Daniela Pita). The college is recruiting up to 15 faculty members in 2026 as part of a long-term strategic plan.

Name

College of Dentistry, University of Saskatchewan

Legal name

College of Dentistry, University of Saskatchewan

Website

https://dentistry.usask.ca

Company type

Public

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The College of Dentistry is a public dental school within the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, training dentists, dental therapists, hygienists, and assistants across undergraduate and graduate programs while operating student-staffed dental clinics and the USASK-DATE program for underserved populations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education - Dentistry

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Offices of Dentists (62121)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Dental Schools (EDAHAGAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Family Dentistry (Multi-Disciplinary In-Office General Care) (HLABAAAE), School/Community-Based Preventive Dental Programs (HLABAHAM), Community & Public Health Dentistry Clinics (FQHC/School-Based/Nonprofit) (HLABAAAF)

Keywords

• Dental education programs
• Oral health research
• Clinical dental services
• Graduate dental programs
• Community dental care

Headquarters

HQ city

Saskatoon

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Patient Care Services: Dental services provided to the public at reduced costs through the Dental Clinic, with fees for various procedures including examinations, cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and dentures. Services are provided by senior students under licensed dentist supervision.
2. Educational Programs: Revenue from tuition and fees for degree and certificate programs including Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Dental Therapy (BSc), Dental Hygiene (BSc), Dental Assisting (Certificate), International Dental Degree Program, and graduate programs (MSc, PhD in Precision Oral and Systemic Health, MSc in Periodontology).
3. Conference and Event Revenue: Registration fees from hosting the Canadian Oral Health Summit 2026, with tiered pricing for academics, dental professionals, students, and postdoctoral fellows, plus guest tickets for social events.
4. Government Funding and Donations: The $24-million clinic renovation was supported by the Government of Saskatchewan and generous corporate donors. The college receives federal resources administered through Health Canada for programs like USASK-DATE.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The College of Dentistry at the University of Saskatchewan delivers accredited dental education programs (DMD, Dental Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, IDDP, and graduate research degrees) and operates on-campus dental clinics providing preventive, restorative, and specialty dental services to patients at reduced cost, with care delivered by senior students under licensed dentist supervision. The college also runs the USASK-DATE community access program and participates in the INSPiRE international oral health research consortium.

Product overview

The College of Dentistry at the University of Saskatchewan is an academic institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of oral health education programs and clinical services. The college operates as a single integrated entity with multiple educational programs (DMD, DMD/MBA, Dental Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, IDDP, MSc and PhD in Precision Oral and Systemic Health, and Periodontology MSc) delivered alongside the USask Dental Clinic for patient care. The institution also runs community health initiatives like USASK-DATE and participates in international research collaboration through the INSPiRE consortium. Recent major infrastructure investment of $24 million has modernized clinical facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• USASK-DATE (USask Dental Access and Training Expansion): Program providing fully funded dental services at the USask Saskatoon Dental Clinic for uninsured patients or those facing barriers accessing the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
• INSPiRE (International Network of Strategic Partners for Research Excellence)

Products and services

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
• Dental Therapy (BSc)
• Dental Hygiene (BSc)
• Dental Assisting (Certificate)
• International Dental Degree Program (IDDP)
• Precision Oral and Systemic Health (PhD)
• Precision Oral and Systemic Health (MSc)
• Periodontology (MSc)
• Doctor of Dental Medicine/MBA (DMD/MBA)
• USask Dental Clinic
• USASK-DATE (Dental Access and Training Expansion)

Quantifiable outcome

• 46 students graduate from DMD program annually
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 March 2026$2 million five-year research partnership (2026-2031) funding 10 joint research grants annually in oral, dental, and craniofacial research. First time FAPESP has created a focused partnership dedicated to a specific research area within a single college rather than at the level of a province or entire university. Described as the largest FAPESP agreement with a Canadian university devoted exclusively to oral health research. Each proposal must include one PI from College of Dentistry, at least one collaborator from another USask college/school, and one PI from a university or research institute in the State of São Paulo.
• Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry (ACFD)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025National voice for academic dentistry in Canada representing all 10 Canadian dental schools. The College of Dentistry was selected to host the 2026 Canadian Oral Health Summit, a biennial national conference bringing together oral health educators, researchers, and clinicians. The 2026 summit theme is 'Advancing Interprofessional Oral Health Education, Research, and Care.'
• INSPiRE Oral Health ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024International collaboration network established in 2024 with founding members University of Saskatchewan College of Dentistry (Canada), Peking University School of Stomatology (China), University of São Paulo School of Dentistry (Brazil), and Catholic University of Portugal Faculty of Dental Medicine (Portugal). Expanded in 2025 to include University of Otago Faculty of Dentistry (New Zealand) and University of Western Cape Faculty of Dentistry (South Africa). Promotes collaborative research, student mobility through joint programs and exchanges, and scholarship opportunities.
• Edwards School of Business, University of SaskatchewancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering the dual-track DMD/MBA opportunity - the first among Canadian dental schools. The individual receives provisional admission to the DMD program contingent on first completing the one-year MBA program at Edwards.
• Peking University School of StomatologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of INSPiRE Oral Health Consortium. China's premier institution for dental education, research, and clinical care with a top-ranked hospital serving over 2 million patients annually. Dean: Dr. Xuliang Deng.
• University of São Paulo School of DentistrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of INSPiRE Oral Health Consortium. Latin America's leading dental school and among the world's top 20, ranked 1st regionally by CWUR and 9th globally by QS. Founded in 1900 with 125 years of excellence. Director: Dr. Giuseppe Romito.
• Universidade Católica Portuguesa Faculty of Dental MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of INSPiRE Oral Health Consortium. Leading institution in dental education, research, and community service based in Viseu, Portugal. Research driven by CIIS platforms - SalivaTec and Precision Dental Medicine. Director: Dr. Marlene Barros.
• University of Otago Faculty of DentistrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoined INSPiRE Oral Health Consortium in 2025. New Zealand's National Centre for Dentistry and a leading dental school in Oceania, ranked among the world's top 50 dental schools. Founded in 1907. Dean: Dr. Paul Cooper.
• University of the Western Cape Faculty of DentistrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoined INSPiRE Oral Health Consortium in 2025. The largest dental school in Africa and a WHO Oral Health Collaborating Centre. Provides rigorous undergraduate and postgraduate programs supported by comprehensive clinical training platforms. Dean: Prof. Veerasamy Yengopal.
• Health CanadacoreOthersFederal resources administered through Health Canada support the USASK-DATE initiative, which provides fully funded dental services for uninsured individuals and those facing barriers to the Canadian Dental Care Plan. The program is supported by Health Canada through their Oral Health Access Fund.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Université de Montréal Faculté de médecine dentaire: Québécois dental school with DMD, dental hygiene, and specialty programs. Comparable in four-year professional training and clinical service mission.
• University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry: One of Canada's largest dental schools, offering DMD, graduate, and specialty programs alongside a teaching dental clinic. Direct peer along education, research, and clinical service dimensions.
• Dalhousie University Faculty of Dentistry: Atlantic Canadian dental school with DMD, dental hygiene, and graduate programs. Direct peer in academic and clinical service offerings.
• University of Otago Faculty of Dentistry: New Zealand's national dental school and INSPiRE consortium member. Direct peer in academic programs, research scope, and clinical training model.
• McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences: Major Canadian dental school offering DMD and graduate programs with on-site teaching clinics. Comparable academic, clinical, and research scope.
• Peking University School of Stomatology: INSPiRE consortium founding member and a top-ranked Chinese dental school with extensive clinical and research operations. Direct peer in research collaboration and academic structure.
• University of Alberta School of Dentistry: Another Prairie dental school offering DMD, dental hygiene, and graduate programs with teaching clinics. Comparable in scale and multi-program structure.
• University of British Columbia Faculty of Dentistry: Western Canadian dental school with DMD, dental hygiene, and graduate programs and a public dental clinic. Direct peer in structure and clinical-educational model.
• University of Manitoba Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry: Mid-sized Canadian dental school offering DMD, dental hygiene, and graduate programs. Comparable scale and teaching-clinic-revenue model.
• University of São Paulo School of Dentistry (FOUSP): INSPiRE founding member and Latin America's top dental school. Direct peer in research scope and the $2M FAPESP partnership structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/usaskdentistry
• Facebookfacebook.com/usaskdentistry
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/usaskdentistry
• Instagraminstagram.com/usaskdentistry

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