Dental surgery, sometimes referred to as oral surgery, involves several areas of specialization, generally referring to aspects of the face, such as the mouth, teeth, and jaws. Educational preparation for this type of work often begins with a basis in science and work in a laboratory.

A Master of Science or MSc is a postgraduate degree typically in the fields of sciences and social sciences. MSc may be course-based, research-based, or a mixture of the two.