Advanced General Dentistry in Orthodontics

https://dentistry.utah.edu/education

Orthodontics is designed for students who are considering orthodontics as a full-time career. The goal of this pathway is to prepare students to successfully apply to orthodontic residencies. Students will gain a deeper understanding of concepts of craniofacial development, orthodontic assessment and treatment planning by outlining chapters in the textbook and presenting their outlines in class. Students will also treatment plan a limited orthodontic case and have the opportunity to treat the case under the supervision of their Advanced Orthodontics mentor.

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