Advanced General Dentistry in Geriatric, Hospital and Special Care Dentistry

https://dentistry.utah.edu/education

Geriatric, Hospital and Special Care Dentistry is designed for students who are considering special care dentistry as a full-time career or as an adjunct to clinical practice. The pathway will provide a structured curriculum around aging, special needs and hospital dentistry and may provide students with opportunities to serve as peer teachers. Pathways to Special Care and Hospital Dentistry is intended for students who are interested in learning how to treat geriatric, special needs, and medically compromised patients in different practice environments. This pathway will prepare the student to meet the challenges of treating patients with complex situations.

Admissions requirements and selection method:

1. Matriculation as a D2 student at the UUSOD

2. In academic good standing (GPA: >3.0)

3. Approval of Group Practice Leader (GPL)

4. Submission of the standardized application with personal statement and relevant reflection paper from Pathways Engagement

5. Selection by the Pathways Course Director

6. Pathway-specific:

   1. Students must have a passion for periodontics and dental implant surgery.

   2. Three separate observations of a periodontist, for 2 hours minimum in their practice settings, is strongly urged prior to the start of the D3 year.

   3. Grades in Perio Classes Considered (but not critical). Continuation in the program is contingent on the following:

      1. Maintaining a GPA of >3.0

      2. Meeting the benchmarks for completing clinical competency assessments

      3. Maintaining professionalism standards for the UUSOD

      4. Participating fully in all aspects of academic and clinical activities

      5. Successfully completing all requirements established by the PCD