Reference Texts
The list of reference texts contains material recommended in faculties of dentistry. Additional references for the NDSE in each specialty can be found on the specialty specific pages of the website. Download the NDEB reference text list in PDF. (Updated November 8, 2021)
Some NDEB examinations contain a question format described as multi-answer multiple-choice. This question type includes a question with one or more correct answers. The grade you receive on each question depends on if you select all the correct answers, some of the correct answers, or an incorrect answer. To see an example of responses of three different examinees and the score for each question based on their answers download the Multi-Answer Multiple Choice Questions Example in PDF.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) for a Beginning Dental Practitioner in Canada
This document lists the KSAs that are required for the safe and effective practice of a beginning dental practitioner in Canada.
Download the KSAs in PDF.