Advanced General Dentistry in Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

https://dentistry.utah.edu/education

Integrated Oral Radiology is designed for students who are considering oral radiology as a full-time career or as an adjunct to general practice. Pathways of Integrated Oral Radiology will allow the student interested in advancing their knowledge of oral radiology, especially 3D digital imaging, as well as its integration with existing and emerging digital technologies. Opportunities will be provided to study and engage in activities that will lead to a better working knowledge of how to utilize imaging technology to enhance all areas of dental practice. The opportunity to gain experience in acquiring, interpreting, and applying CBCT imaging will be at the heart of this pathway. Exposure to medical imaging modalities will also be part of this pathway. To develop experience integrating CBCT imaging with intraoral scanning, milling and 3D printing to make surgical guides, occlusal guards, milled abutments, etc. is a goal of this pathway. D3 and D4 participants in this pathway will have an opportunity to help in the spring semester basic radiology lab as teaching assistants. Possible opportunities to be involved with imaging related clinical research exist for those interested.

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