University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

School Profile

Postdoctoral Program in Pediatric Dentistry
The Dental School of the University of Texas
Health Science Center-San Antonio
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78284-7888
Phone: (210) 567-3529
Fax: (210) 567-3526
Web Address: http://www.uthscsa.edu

Program Length and Number of Positions
Certificate Program: This is a 24-month program beginning July 1 of each year. Seven new positions are available each year.

M.S./Ph.D. Combined Program: Simultaneous enrollment in the certificate program and a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degree program is available. In addition to the requirements for the certificate program, an original research project, thesis and course work are required. The Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry is awarded upon successful completion of the degree program.

Program Type
University/health science-based, hospital-affiliated certificate program.

Application
The application deadline is October 1 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to:

Associate Dean for Advanced Education
Dental School
University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78284

Description
The Program in Pediatric Dentistry offers the advanced student a balanced curriculum in both didactic and clinical areas. Particular emphasis is placed on hospital dentistry, conscious sedation, interceptive orthodontics and special patient care. The program is administered by the Department of Pediatric Dentistry and is approved and accredited by the ADA Council of Dental Education. Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student is awarded a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and meets the advanced education eligibility requirements of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Curriculum
This program offers a balanced curriculum of clinical and didactic material with the overall goal being to provide a broad base of knowledge in the specialty of pediatric dentistry. Considerable program time is devoted to clinical experience in routine restorative dentistry, behavior management, interceptive orthodontics and dental treatment of the medically compromised. Hospital rotations of general anesthesia, pediatric emergency room and pediatric medicine are also part of the curriculum.

Significant time is spent covering didactic material related to pediatric dentistry. In addition, a research project and teaching responsibilities are required components of the program.

Program Stipend and Tuition
First-year stipend is $26,000. Second-year stipend is $26,000. Tuition is $3,000 out-of-state.

Facilities

  • University of Texas Health Science Center Dental School-San Antonio
  • Christus Santa Rosa Children's Hospital
  • University Hospital
  • Ricardo Salinas Metropolitan Health Pediatric Dentistry
  • Dr. Frank Bryant Health Center

    Admission Requirements
    Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be considered for admission:

  • D.D.S., D.M.D. or non-U.S. equivalent
  • Dental and pre-professional education transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal interview
  • TOEFL for applicants whose first language is not English

    Program Strengths
  • Strong didactic and clinical foundation in pediatric dentistry with emphasis on pediatric
    medicine, hospital dentistry, interceptive orthodontics and conscious sedation
  • Outstanding opportunities for advanced research training
  • Nine full-time and four part-time faculty
  • Large, varied patient population for teaching purposes

    Program Faculty
    Kevin J. Donly, D.D.S., M.S., Professor and Chair *
    Timothy B. Henson, D.M.D., Associate Professor and Postdoctoral Program Director *
    Adriana Segura, D.D.S., M.S., Professor and Predoctoral Program Director *
    Omolola Adetona, B.D.S, Assistant Professor *
    Lina Cardenas, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D, Assistant Professor *
    Isabel Contreras, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
    Jeffrey Mabry, D.D.S., M.S Clinical Associate Professor *
    Hugo Rivera, D.D.S., Assistant Professor
    Issa Sasa, D.D.S., M.S., Associate Professor *
    Minerva Garcia, D.D.S, Assistant Professor (part time)
    Royana Lin, D.D.S., Assistant Professor * (part time)
    Lisa Abadeer, D.D.S., Assistant Professor * (part time)
    Joseph Castellano, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor * (part time)
    William Coppola, D.D.S, Adjunct Assistant Professor (part time)
    Paul Kennedy, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor * (part time)
    Kelly Sawyer, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor (part time)
    William Coppola, D.D.S, Adjunct Assistant Professor (part time)
    Hank Hammer, D.D.S., Clinical Associate Professor, Orthodontics +(part time)

    *Board certified

    School Profile

    Program Type:     Combined Degree Certificate

    Program Director: Full-Time Board Certified

    Program Faculty: 6 Full-Time; 5 Part-Time; 4 Board Certified

    Program Length: 24 Total Months, July 1 Start Date

    Program Accreditation: Approved

    State Licensure: Restricted License Available

    No. of entering positions: 7

    Tuition out-of-state: $3,000 First Year; $3,000 Second Year

    Salary/Stipend: $26,000 First Year; $26,000 Second Year

    Application: October 1 Deadline

    Participant in National Matching Service: Yes

    Participant in PASS: Yes

    Only US citizens from ADA accredited dental schools considered: N/A

    US citizens from foreign dental schools considered: N/A

    Non-US citizens from ADA accredited dental schools considered: N/A

    Non-US citizens from foreign dental schools considered: N/A

    Acceptance/Applicant Ratio: 1:20

    Clinic Experience:
    Orthodontics
    Conscious Sedation
    Hospital Rotations
    Anesthesia
    Emergency Call
    Operating Room
    Oral Surgery
    Infant Oral Health
    Medically Compromised
    Mentally Disabled
    Craniofacial Disorder
    Physically Disabled

    Didactic Experience:
    Seminars
    Literature Review
    Courses
    Case Conferences

    Research Requirement: Data Collection Project

    Teaching Experience: 2/month Clinic Half-Days; Several Lecture/Presentations

    Facilities:
    22 Chair/Operatories
    3 Clinic Receptionist
    14 Dental Assistants
    0 Dental Hygienists

    Timothy B. Henson, DMD
    Assistant Professor
    Postdoctoral Program Director
    Department of Pediatric Dentistry
    University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
    7703 Floyd Curl Drive
    San Antonio, Texas 78229
    Phone (210) 567-3529
    Fax (210) 567-3526
    hensontb@uthscsa.edu

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