Oral and maxillofacial surgeon NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for oral and maxillofacial surgeon is 31110 (Dentists), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer. It's eligible for Healthcare category draws.
NOC code
31110
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
Healthcare
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 31110 covers
Dentists diagnose, treat, prevent and control disorders of the teeth and mouth. They work in private practice or may be employed in hospitals, clinics, public health facilities or universities.
| Unit group | 31110 — Dentists |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Health occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Dentists
- Examine patients' teeth, gums and surrounding tissue to diagnose disease, injury and decay and plan appropriate preventative or corrective treatment
- Provide general dental care such as cleaning teeth, filling cavities, performing root canals, applying veneers, and fitting crowns, bridges and dentures
- Restore, extract and replace diseased and decayed teeth
- Instruct patients on oral hygiene and preventive dental care
- Monitor patient progress to identify changes or the progression of dental disease
To use NOC 31110 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 31110 →
Other job titles under NOC 31110
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 31110, one of these may fit better:
- Cardiac surgeon — NOC 31101 (Specialists in surgery, TEER 1)
- Certified intra-oral dental assistant — NOC 33100 (Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants, TEER 3)
- General surgeon — NOC 31101 (Specialists in surgery, TEER 1)
- Orthopedic surgeon — NOC 31101 (Specialists in surgery, TEER 1)
- Veterinary surgeon — NOC 31103 (Veterinarians, TEER 1)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for oral and maxillofacial surgeon?+
In NOC 2021, "oral and maxillofacial surgeon" is an example title in unit group 31110 — Dentists. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Health occupations" broad category.
Is oral and maxillofacial surgeon eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 31110 is TEER 1, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does oral and maxillofacial surgeon get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 31110 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a oral and maxillofacial surgeon get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 31110 is on IRCC's list for Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says oral and maxillofacial surgeon but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 31110. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.