October 4, 2005
TO:
Robert Mrtek, Chair
Senate Committee on Educational Policy
FROM:
Roger Nelson
Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
I am submitting for review and action by the Senate Committee on Educational Policy the
attached proposal from the College of Dentistry to establish the DDS International
Dentist Program.
The proposal was approved by the College of Dentistry Curriculum Committee on July
21, 2005, and by the College Executive Committee on September 14.
RN:
Attachment
Cc:
R. Betts
J. Huntington
M. Issel
B. Graham
F. Licari
M. Borders
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Title:
Creation of the DDS International Dentist Degree Program
Sponsor:
Dental Administration in the College of Dentistry
The faculty in the College of Dentistry proposes to establish a DDS track for
dentists who received their dental degree in a country outside of the U.S. or
Canada. The program will:
a. provide didactic and clinical training required by the state of Illinois for
foreign trained dentists seeking licensure
b. make formal an existing International Dentist Program that is currently
sponsored by the College of Dentistry
c. grant a DDS Degree to those completing the 2 year International Dentist
Program
Description and Justification:
Background
The International Dentist Program (IDP) was created by the College of Dentistry in 1994
to provide a clinical training experience for permanent residents who were graduates of
dental schools outside of the United States and Canada. The Program was structured to
conform to licensure guidelines as outlined in the Illinois Dental Practice Act wherein are
found the rules and regulations governing licensure and certification of dentists in the
state of Illinois.
Graduates of dental schools outside of the U.S. must furnish the following documents to
be considered for licensure in the state of Illinois: a) certification of graduation from a
dental school or college outside of the U.S. or Canada; b) certification authorizing
practice in the jurisdiction where dental school was completed; c) certification from an
ADA approved dental college that the individual has completed a minimum of 2 years of
clinical training or 2,850 clock hours of instruction. Moreover, the institution where
instruction occurred must certify that graduates of such programs have acquired the same
level of scientific knowledge and clinical competence as those in ADA approved predoctoral dental programs. Graduates must also submit proof of a passing score on all
parts of the American National Dental Boards, Part I and Part ll plus one of the state or
regional Clinical Dental Boards, e.g., CRDTS, NERB.
The first class of 11 students matriculated in 1994 and completed the program in August,
1996. Since that time graduates of the International Dentist Program (IDP) have on
average received higher first-time pass rates on clinical dental board examinations than
UIC students in the pre-doctoral dental program (DDS).
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Description:
The International Dentist Program (IDP) is a 24-month full-time dental program that is
administered by the College of Dentistry. The curriculum consists of both didactic and
clinical components and is designed to provide the training required by the state of
Illinois for licensing individuals who received their dental degree abroad. Each year 24
qualified individuals are admitted into the program following a rigorous interview
process. There are 42 students currently enrolled; 23 first year students and 19 in the
second year class. Since the programs inception a total of 148 students have matriculated
including the 19 who will receive a Certificate of Completion in Fall 2005.
Admission is limited to U.S. citizens, permanent residents and asylee who are currently
residing in the U.S. and are in the process of becoming permanent residents. Preference
is given to residents of the state of Illinois.
The first two semesters of the program focus on selected pre-clinical instruction, and
department rotations. Following individual assessment and evaluation students begin
patient care. In earlier years, the International Dentist Program (IDP) was offered totally
independent of the Doctor of Dental Surgery Program (DDS) however, over the course of
several years that arrangement has slowly changed. The caliber of IDP student has
improved tremendously as well as the available pool of qualified candidates. IDP
students are completely mainstreamed and take nearly 100% of their prescribed course
work with students in the approved DDS program. This cohort participates in campus
approved DDS lectures, laboratory, pre-clinical courses and patient care. Some laboratory
sessions are scheduled independently to address individual needs of this student
population. The patient care portion of the program provides broad-based clinical
experience in Restorative Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Endodontics, Periodontics,
Radiology, Oral Surgery and Oral Medicine. The International Dentist Program
curriculum currently exceeds 3,000 contact hours and includes all areas of instruction
required by the state of Illinois for candidates pursing licensure.
Dental Administrative units in the College of Dentistry are primarily responsible for
programmatic oversight including admissions, academics and financial services.
Financial aid responsibility for students of the program will move to the campus Office of
Financial Aid.
Dentists in the International Program are now categorized and tracked academically as
undergraduate non-degree. The change in the program status from non-degree to degree
will give students official university recognition. In the future, course registration will
occur through the University’s web site for students thus removing this process from the
campus Office of Continuing Education.
The entire cost of the educational program is the responsibility of the participant
including tuition, fees, instrument, books, educational supplies and health insurance.
After degree status has been attained students enrolled in the International Dentist
Program will become eligible for guaranteed institutional and federal student aid.
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Currently, 95% of the students in the program now finance their education using
alternative lending institutions.
Admission Requirements:
The following are required of applicants to the International Dentist Program:
1.
A dental degree from a country outside the U.S. or Canada
2.
One of the following residency designations; U.S. citizen, permanent resident,
or asylee
3.
Eligibility to practice dentistry in one’s home country, must produce
verification of licensure in good standing; supporting document must include
a copy of the diploma and a letter of eligibility to practice from that country’s
dental governing agency.
4.
A course-by-course evaluation of transcripts prepared by one of the UIC
approved credential evaluating services; submit official transcripts in their
official language as well as a certified English translation from all institutions
where degrees were earned
5.
Proof of degree completion; may be noted on academic transcript or on a copy
of degree certificate stamped by school official or verified in an official letter
from the university registrar; all documents must be accompanied by an
official English translation
6.
A minimum grade point average of 2.75 (on a scale of 4.0) for the final 60
semester hours (90 quarter hours) of undergraduate study and all postbaccalaureate work.
7.
A passing score on all sections of National Board Dental Examination, Part l;
National Board Dental Examination Part ll is recommended but not required
for admission, however a passing score on NBDE Part ll will be required for
graduation and is also a requirement for taking the Illinois dental licensing
examination.
8.
Pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum
score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based)—scores are valid for 2
years after the date of the examination
9.
Evidence of resources sufficient to meet financial obligations of the program
10.
A $100 nonrefundable application fee made payable to the University of
Illinois at Chicago
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11.
Be available for an interview upon invitation
Upon satisfactory completion of the program participants will receive a Doctor of Dental
Surgery Degree (DDS).
Justification:
Each year the number of highly qualified dentists who apply to the program has risen and
that trend is expected to continue. The academic performance of students in the IDP has
been equivalent to those in the approved DDS program. Graduates of the program
consistently performed as well or better on clinical licensing dental board examinations
as students in the approved DDS program. There is little attrition resulting from poor
academic performance; approximately 98% of those accepted complete the program
within the 2 year period. A number of IDP graduates have gone on to compete
successfully for advanced program slots in ADA recognized dental specialties.
Many U.S. dental schools offer similar advanced standing programs for foreign trained
dentists, among these are Harvard University, New York University, University of
Missouri at Kansas City, University of Nebraska, University of Detroit–Mercy, the
University of Pennsylvania, and many others. Graduates of these programs are awarded
a U.S. dental degree, e.g.; DDS, DMD upon completion of the 2 year program. All
enrollees are required to pass National Board Dental Examination Part II plus a state or
regional clinical board examination.
In effect, these programs are credentialing students as having fulfilled the equivalent of
the first and 2 years of the U.S. dental curriculum. At UIC College of Dentistry the
prescribed curriculum for the International Dentist Program consist of 104 hours of credit
vs., (197-208) hours of credit required of pre doctoral students in the approved DDS
Degree Program. Thirty-one (31) hours of biomedical science courses that include
anatomy, biochemistry, histology, pathology, etc., and (63 to 74) hours of pre clinical and
clinic work are waived for IDP students based on work completed in their prior dental
curriculum.
Having a qualification of a DDS from an accredited U.S. dental school is essential for
career growth and mobility in the workplace. Without this degree a number of states will
not allow individuals to become licensed. Further, these individuals will be unable to
accept teaching assignments or practice dentistry in many settings.
The UIC College of Dentistry will offer the only advanced standing degree program for
dentists trained outside of the United States in the state of Illinois. The state’s only other
dental school, Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine currently does not
offer an advance standing degree. Prior to closing several years ago, Loyola and
Northwestern Schools of Dentistry admitted a very limited number of international
students to fill openings that became available through attrition in their approved clinical
programs.
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In granting degree status to the International Dentists Program, participants become
eligible for federal and state financial aid and therefore are able to reduce the dependence
on high interest loans. With program cost already exceeding $100,000 it is imperative
that we recognize the importance of minimizing the debt incurred by health professional
students.
Participants are further benefited by becoming a UIC identified student which provides
an opportunity for full participation in cultural and social aspects of campus life and
allows students to take full advantage of services that are currently unavailable to them.
Catalogue Statement:
The College of Dentistry does not publish a catalogue, however a complete listing of
program requirements is appended.
Minority Impact Statement:
The graduating classes have been very diverse, however eligibility for institutional and
federal assistance should help in the recruitment of other minorities as well as those in
lower income levels.
Budgetary and Staff Implications:
An increase in the Program tuition is expected to bring costs in line with charges assessed
by other dental schools with Advanced Standing degree programs. The College of
Dentistry is requesting a special tuition differential for the IDP. That proposal has been
submitted to the Office of Budgeting and Program Analysis for review.
The International Dentist Program will continue to be supported by 2 full time faculty
members whose primary responsibility include program oversight, coordination of the
selection process, teaching and student mentoring. All other instruction will be handled
within the existing class structure.
The Office of Student and Diversity Affairs in conjunction with assigned faculty will
continue handling the admissions process for IDP as well as for the approved DDS
program.
Responsibility for determining eligibility, processing and administering financial aid will
be assumed by the campus Office of Financial Aid. The Office of Student and Diversity
Affairs in the College of Dentistry will work collaboratively with the campus to help with
this transition.
Staff in the Office of Academic Affairs in the College of Dentistry will continue to
monitor academic progress, registration, scheduling, and graduation details.
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Library Resources:
No additional resources are needed
Space Implications:
The International Dentist Program has dedicated laboratory space and will continue to
utilize it as needed. Adequate space in general will continue to be provided for these
students at the College. As funds allow, current lecture and lab space will be upgraded,
reconfigured and remolded to maximize the available square footage in the college.
Curriculum Committee Approval Date: July 21, 2005
Executive Committee: September 14, 2005
College Approval Date: September 29, 2005
Proposed Effective Date:
Summer 2006
9/22/2005
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Comparison of Current DDS Program and Proposed IDP Program
As of June 16, 2005
Current DDS Curriculum
Proposed International Dent. Curriculum
Anat 315, Anatomy I (4)
Anat 316, Anatomy II (1)
Requirement met
Requirement met
BCMG 411, Intro to Biochem (4)
Requirement met
DAdm 313, Intro to Research (1)
DAdm 314, Comprehensive Care I A (5)
DAdm 315, Comprehensive Care I B (5)
DAdm 316, Comprehensive Care II A (5)
DAdm 317, Comprehensive Care II B (4)
DAdm 318, Comprehensive Care II C (6)
DAdm 319, Comprehensive Care III A (3)
DAdm 320, Comprehensive Care III B (4)
DAdm 321, Comprehensive Care III C (5)
DAdm 325, External Clinical Exper. (1-12)
DAdm 332, Comprehensive Care IV A (3)
DAdm 333, Comprehensive Care IV B (4)
DAdm 334, Comprehensive Care IV C (5)
DAdm 341, Dental Therapeutics (1)
Requirement met
Requirement met
Requirement met
Same**
Same
Same
Requirement met
Requirement met
Requirement met
Requirement met
Same
Same
Same
Same
DBSc 310, Dental Public Health (1)
DBSc 321, Dental Ethics (1)
DBSc 341, Dental Practice Mgmt I (1)
DBSc 342, Dental Practice Mgmt II (1)
DBSc 345, Special Patient Care Lect. (1)
Same
Requirement met
Same
Same
Same
Endo 321, Preclinical Endodontics (3)
Endo 331, Endodontics Clinical Lect (1)
Endo 352, Endodontics Clinic I (1)
Endo 353, Endodontics Clinic II (2)
Endo 362, Endodontics Clinic III (2)
Endo 363, Endodontics Clinic IV (1)
Same
Same
Requirement met
Requirement met
Same
Same
Hstl 451, Histology I (4)
Hstl 452, Histology II (4)
Requirement met
Requirement met
MIm 322, Dental Microbiology (4)
Requirement met
OMDS 332, Radiographic Interpretation (1)
OMDS 334, Clin Oral Path/Medicine (1)
OMDS 336, Intro Geriatric Dent (1)
Same
Same
Same
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OMDS 337, Radiology Clinic II (1)
OMDS 345, TMJ Disorders (1)
OMDS 347, Radiology Clinic III (1)
OMDS 424, Oral Pathology (4)
Same
Same
Requirement met
Same
Orla 312, Biol of Human Dentition (2)
Orla 313, Neuroanatomy (2)
Requirement met
Requirement met
Ortd 323, Orthodontics Technique (2)
Ortd 338, Clinical Orthodontics I (2)
Ortd 348, Clinical Ortho Elective II (1)*
Same
Requirement met
Same
OSur 320, Pain Control I (1)
OSur 323, Intro to OMFS (1)
OSur 332, Basic OMFS (1)
OSur 333, Pain Control II (1)
OSur 334, Internal Med for Dentists (1)
OSur 337, OMFS Clinic I (1)
OSur 342, Adv OMFS Lect (1)
OSur 343, Med Emergencies Dntl Off (1)
OSur 344, Implant Dentistry (1)
OSur 347, OMFS Clinic II (1)
Same
Same
Requirement met
Same
Same
Same
Same
Same
Same
Requirement met
Path 421, General Pathology (3)
Path 422, Systemic Pathology (3)
Requirement met
Requirement met
PCol 331, Pharmacology for Dentistry (4)
Same
PedD 334, Intro to Pediatric Dent (4)
PedD 337, Orient to Hosp Dentistry (1)
PedD 338, Pediatric Dent Clinic I (1)
PedD 347, Spec Patient Care Clinic (1)
PedD 348, Pediatric Dentistry II (1)
PedD 349, Hospital Rotation (2)
Same
Requirement met
Requirement met
Requirement met
Same
Requirement met
Peri 341, Surgical Periodontics (1)
Peri 351, Periodontics Clinic I (1)
Peri 352, Periodontics Clinic II (2)
Peri 353, Periodontics Clinic III (3)
Peri 361, Periodontics Clinic IV (2)
Peri 362, Periodontics Clinic V (3)
Peri 363, Periodontics Clinic VI (1)
Peri 391, Adv Periodontics Surg (1)*
Peri 392, Perio Lit Review Sem (1)*
Same
Requirement met
Requirement met
Requirement met
Same
Same
Same
Same
Same
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PhyB 321, Human Physiol I for Dent (2)
PhyB 322, Human Physiol II for Dent (2)
Requirement met
Requirement met
Rest 310, Occlusion (3)
Rest 321, Complete Denture Pros Tech (2)
Rest 322, Fixed Prosthodontics Tech I (4)
Rest 323, Preclinical Restorative (2)
Rest 324, Removable Part Dent Tech (2)
Rest 326, Fixed Prostho Tech II (4)
Rest 332, Restorative Dentistry II (1)
Rest 342, Restorative Dentistry IV (1)
Rest 344, Restorative Dentistry V (1)
Rest 351, Restorative Clinic I (3)
Rest 352, Restorative Clinic II (4)
Rest 353, Restorative Clinic III (5)
Rest 359, Sports Dentistry (1) *
Rest 361, Restorative Clinic IV (3)
Rest 362, Restorative Clinic V (4)
Rest 363, Restorative Clinic VI (5)
Requirement met
Same
Same
Requirement met
Same
Same
Same
Same
Requirement met
Requirement met
Requirement met
Requirement met
Same
Same
Same
Same
* Elective
** Same indicates the course is to be taken by students in the IDP
Course Descriptions:
DAdm 316 Comprehensive Care II-A
5 hours. An initial common skills course in the dental curriculum that includes exposing
radiographs, rubber dental dam use, bleaching, fluorides, pit and fissure sealants and risk factors
for oral diseases. Prerequisite(s): DADM 315.
DAdm 317 Comprehensive Care II-B
4 hours. Fourth course in a comprehensive care series, students learn to examine patients,
generate scientifically and clinically based diagnosis, present evidence-based treatment plans,
manage patient care and access outcomes. Extensive computer use required.
DAdm 318 Comprehensive Care II-C
6 hours. Students learn to examine patients, generate scientifically and clinically based
diagnosis, present evidence-based treatment plans, manage patient care and access outcomes.
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DAdm 319 Comprehensive Care III-A
3 hours. Fifth course in a comprehensive care series, students learn to examine patients,
generate scientifically and clinically based diagnosis, present evidence-based treatment plans,
manage patient care and access outcomes
.DAdm 332 Comprehensive Care IV-A
3 hours. Students learn to examine patients, generate scientifically and clinically based
diagnosis, present evidence-based treatment plans, manage patient care and access outcomes.
Extensive computer use required.
DAdm 333 Comprehensive Care IV-B
4 hours. Students learn to examine patients, generate scientifically and clinically based
diagnosis, present evidence-based treatment plans, manage patient care and access outcomes.
Extensive computer use required.
DAdm 334 Comprehensive Care IV-C
5 hours. Student learn to examine patients, generate scientifically and clinically based diagnosis,
present evidence-based treatment plans, manage patient care and access outcomes. Extensive
computer use required.
DAdm 341 Dental Therapeutics
1 hours. Reviews the characteristics of pharmacological agents, as used in dentistry.
Prerequisite(s): PCOL 331 and enrollment in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program
DBSc 310 Dental Public Health and Occupational Health
1 hours. Emphasizes the dentist's role in preventing dental disease and the relationship of the
private practitioner to the broad parameter of public health. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading
only. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
DBSc 341 Practice Management I
1 hours. Business aspects of dental practice. Discussions involve the types of practice situations
available, dental delivery systems, office design, financial factors, auxiliary organization, and
management systems. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
DBSc 342 Practice Management II
1 hours. Introduces students to legal rights, obligations, and responsibilities of the profession
through the study of ethics and jurisprudence. Prerequisite(s): DBSC 341.
DBSc 345 Special Patient Care
1 hours. Multidisciplinary topics on the special dental patient including the dental management of
the physically, mentally and medically compromised patient. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the
Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
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Endo 321 Preclinical Endodontics
3 hours. Biologic and mechanical principles of endodontics, particularly related to root canal
therapy practiced in the laboratory on extracted teeth. Prerequisite(s): ORLA 312.
Endo 331 Clinical Endodontic Lectures
1 hours. Lectures on the biologic and technical principles underlying sound endodontic therapy.
Principles, procedures, methods and results of endodontic therapy are considered from the
standpoint of clinical practice. Correlation of biologic knowledge with clinical practice.
Prerequisite(s): ENDO 321.
Endo 362 Endodontics Clinic III
2 hours. Continuation of Endo 353. Students experience treatment of a variety of cases and
prepare to perform simple endodontic procedures at off-site clinic locations with minimal
supervision. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): ENDO 353.
Omds 332 Radiographic Interpretation
1 hours. Comprehensive radiographic diagnosis of odontogenic and nonodontogenic cysts and
tumors, fibro-osseous lesions, osseous lesions, radiographic manifestations of systemic
diseases.
Omds 334 Clinical Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine
1 hours. Reviews pertinent aspects of clinical oral pathology, oral medicine, and related medical
topics of special significance to the dental practitioner. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in the
Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
Omds 336 Introduction to Geriatric Dentistry
1 hours. A discussion and clinical presentation of geriatric health and dental care and the unique
implementation for the geriatric patient. Same as DBSC 336. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the
Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
Omds 337 Radiology Clinic II
1 hours. Production and interpertation of intraoral of radiographs. Prerequisite(s): OMDS 327.
Omds 345 TMJ Disorders
1 hours. The anatomical, physiological, and psychological basis for tempormandibular (TM)
disorders is presented. Differential diagnosis and treatment of TM disorders is discussed.
Omds 347 Radiology Clinic III
1 hours. Production and interpretation of intraoral and extraoral radiographs, stressing panoramic
technique. Prerequisite(s): OMDS 327.
Omds 424 Oral Pathology
4 hours. Diseases of teeth, periodontium, facial bones, muscles, nerves and mucous membranes
of the oral region, and salivary glands. Introduction to clinical differential diagnosis.
Prerequisite(s): ANAT 312 and BCMG 411 and HSTL 451 and PHYB 321 and PATH 421.
Ortd 323 Orthodontics
2 hours. Recognition, etiology, diagnosis and treatment of simple and complex malocclusions,
and treatment technics for minor orthodontic problems, in a lecture/laboratory format.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
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OSur 320 Pain Control I: Local Anesthesia
1 hours. Pain control; local anesthesia. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Doctor of Dental
Surgery program.
OSur 323 Introduction to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
1 hours. Surgical principles, technique, patient evaluations, medical-dental management,
surgical complications, symptomology, medical emergencies, dentoaveolar infections,
medicolegal considerations of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the
Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
OSur 333 Pain Control II
1 hours. Techniques of sedation and management of complications under anesthesia.
Prerequisite(s): OSUR 320.
OSur 334 Internal Medicine for Dental Students
1 hours. Covers theories and basic principles of internal medicine as applied to the organ
systems and approaches to management of patients with common system diseases. Previously
listed as OMDS 333.
OSur 337 Oral and Maxillofacial Clinic I
1 hours. Clinical practice of exodontia, dentoalveolar surgery and minor oral surgical procedure
as encountered in general practice of dentistry. Prerequisite(s): OSUR 323.
OSur 342 Advanced Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
1 hours. Advanced level discussion of medical-dental management, surgical and medical
emergencies, surgical complications, diagnostic procedures, dentofacial deformities, clefts,
reconstructive surgery, surgery and managed care, criteria for referral. Prerequisite(s): OSUR
332.
OSur 343 Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
1 hours. Recognition and management of the medical emergency in the dental office will be
taught with major emphasis on problem solving. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the third year in
the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
OSur 344 Implant Dentistry
1 hours. History of implantology, prosthetic and surgical aspects to implant reconstruction are
described. Laboratory sessions allow students to have hands-on experience. Prerequisite(s):
Completion of the third year clinical requirements in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program or
consent of the course director.
PCol 331 Pharmacology for Dentistry
4 hours. Principles of pharmacology with emphasis on drugs for preoperative medication and
pain management. Pharmacodynamics, nomenclature, and therapeutics. Prerequisite(s): Human
physiology and introductory biochemistry.
PedD 334 Introduction to Pediatric Dentistry
4 hours. Discussion of all aspects of dentistry and their unique implemetation for the special
needs of the pediatric and adolescent patient Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Doctor of Dental
Surgery program.
PedD 348 Pediatric Dentistry Clinic II
1 hours. Continues PEDD 338. Advanced clinical experience in the comprehensive dental care
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for children, including preventive and restorative dentistry, preventive and interceptive
orthodontics, and treatment of dental emergencies. Prerequisite(s): PEDD 334.
Peri 341 Surgical Periodontics
1 hours. Theoretical and practical aspects of complex periodontal treatment with emphasis on
current approaches to diagnosis, case management and surgical technique. Prerequisite(s):
PERI 338.
Peri 361 Periodontics Clinic IV
2 hours. Students continue to improve skills and proficiency in the management of periodontal
disease in the context of general dental practice as well as integrating basic and behavioral
science into the clinical management of periodontal diseases. Extensive computer use required.
Prerequisite(s): PERI 353
Peri 362 Periodontics Clinic V
3 hours. Continuation of Peri 361. Students improve skills and proficiency in the management of
periodontal disease in the context of general dental practice. Extensive computer use required.
Prerequisite(s): PERI 361.
Peri 363 Periodontics Clinic VI
1 hours. Continuation of Peri 362. Students improve skills and proficiency in the management of
periodontal disease in the context of general dental practice. Extensive computer use required.
Prerequisite(s): PERI 362.
Peri 391 Advanced Periodontal Surgery Elective*
1 hours. Emphasis on surgical diagnosis, treatment planning and technique for inductive,
resective and plastic periodontal surgical modalities in a clinical setting.
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. Prerequisite(s): PERI 338 and completion of the third
year clinical requirements.
Peri 392 Periodontics Literature Review Seminar*
1 hours. Seminar to review current and classic periodontal literature with focus on topics not
covered in the curriculum. Encouraged for students considering graduate studies in dentistry.
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. Prerequisite(s): PERI 338 and senior standing in the
Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
Rest 321 Complete Denture Prosthodontic Technique
2 hours. A lecture and laboratory preclinical course covering all aspects of complete denture
construction including immediate denture and overdenture construction. Prerequisite(s):
Completion of the first year of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
Rest 322 Fixed Prosthodontics Technique I
4 hours. Fundamental principles and biomaterials for the fabrication of indirect restorations and
fixed prostheses; lecture and laboratory format with clinical applications emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the first year of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
Rest 324 Removable Partial Denture Technique
2 hours. A lecture and laboratory preclinical course covering the fundamentals of removable
partial denture fabrication, rationale for use, and an introduction to advanced techniques.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the first year of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
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Rest 326 Fixed Prosthodontics Technique II
4 hours. Continued study of the principles, biomaterials, and techniques for the fabrication of
indirect restorations and fixed prostheses; lectures and laboratory format with clinical applications
stressed. Prerequisite(s): REST 322.
Rest 332 Restorative Dentistry II
1 hours. Clinical procedures to alter/replace missing tooth structure and missing teeth with direct
and indirect methods to restore function, esthetics, and soft tissue health are presented.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the second year of Doctor of Dental Surgery program.
Rest 342 Restorative Dentistry IV
1 hours. Various dental materials, and products are reviewed by faculty. Emphasis is placed on
criteria for selection of materials. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the third year of the Doctor of
Dental Surgery program.
Rest 359 Sports Dentistry*
1 hours. Teaches oral health care strategies to prevent injury and disease.
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Doctor of Dental
Surgery program or a kinesiology practicum.
Rest 361 Restorative Clinic IV
3 hours. Fourth year dental students comprehensively treat assigned patients on specified
clinical restorative procedures and complete a specified number of performance examinations.
Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): REST 353.
Rest 362 Restorative Clinic V
4 hours. Continuation of Rest 361. Senior dental students comprehensively treat assigned
patients on specified clinical restorative procedures. Extensive computer use required.
Prerequisite(s): REST 361.
Rest 363 Restorative Clinic VI
5 hours. Continuation of Rest 362. Senior dental students continue comprehensive treatment
using specified clinical restorative procedures. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s):
REST 362.
*Elective
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