Orthodontics
Pediatric Dentistry
Periodontics
Prosthodontics
 Program
Chair: Sidney H. Stein, D.M.D., Ph.D.
Program
Director Orthodontics: James Vaden, D.D.S.,
M.S.
Program
Director Pediatric Dentistry: Martin Donaldson,
D.D.S.
Program
Director Periodontics: Swati Rawal,
B.D.S., D.D.S. M.S.
Program
Director Prosthodontics: David R. Cagna,
D.M.D., M.S.
The
College of Dentistry of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center
has established a Master of Dental Science program under the auspices
of the College of Graduate Health Sciences. The purpose of the program
is to provide a contemporary research experience in the areas of orally
related sciences to dentists enrolled in the clinical specialty programs
of the College of Dentistry. The course and research requirements of the
Master's of Dental Science provide individuals with both a traditional
and contemporary knowledge of the role of research in the clinical management
of orofacial abnormalities and diseases. The goal of the program is to
train dental specialists to pursue several career possibilities, including
specialty practice, research, or teaching, with the increased knowledge
of the interrelationship among clinical dentistry, basic science, and
research.
The Master of Dental
Science degree is offered in four areas of concentration. The degree is
awarded upon completion of the requirements of the advanced education
programs in orthodontics, periodontology, and prosthodontics. Additionally,
degree training can be arranged for those pursuing a clinical certificate
in pediatric dentistry. The general policies, procedures, and requirements
of the clinical training programs, as described in the brochure "Admission
Information, Advanced Education Programs," apply to master's students
as well. Additional requirements, which apply to students seeking the
Master of Dental Science degree, are described in College of Graduate
Health Sciences section of the current University of Tennessee Health
Science Center Catalog.
For more information,
contact the program director of the advanced education program (Orthodontics,
Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontology, or Prosthodontics) at 901-448-6200
or write to the Office of Admissions, College of Dentistry, University
of Tennessee, Memphis, 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163. Fax: 901-448-7104.
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Orthodontics
Director: James Vaden, D.D.S., M.S.
The graduate program
in orthodontics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center begins
each August and continues for 33 consecutive months with graduation in
May. Not more than four students are selected for matriculation each year.
This program provides intensive instruction and training in the biological
and clinical sciences related to orthodontics. The course of instruction
is designed to satisfy all requirements for eligibility for licensure
as a specialist, the specialty board in orthodontics, and the Master of
Dental Science degree. Students admitted to the program are expected to
demonstrate clinical proficiency in orthodontics and complete a thesis
that is based on original research, demonstrates individual thought, and
is of substantive literary and scientific merit. The program, fully accredited
by the American Dental Association, is well rounded and provides balanced
training in clinical orthodontics, the basic sciences, and research.
Fall
Courses
Spring Courses
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Pediatric
Dentistry
Director: Martin Donaldson, D.D.S.
For students who
successfully complete the 24-month clinical program in pediatric dentistry
and are interested in additional research training, a third year of full-time
study (12 months) is available leading to a Master of Dental Science degree.
The degree is awarded by the College of Graduate Health Sciences on completion
of an original research project together with a written thesis. Although
the student will maintain clinical skills through active patient care
during this time, the third year of study emphasizes gaining experience
in research methodologies and interdisciplinary research activities. Students
wishing to pursue the Master of Dental Science degree must inform the
department chair at the beginning of the second year of postdoctoral studies.
Fall
Courses
Spring Courses
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Periodontics
Director: Swati Rawal, B.D.S., D.D.S., M.S.
Consistent with the
expanding scope and knowledge in periodontics and the accreditation requirements
of the American Academy of Periodontology and American Dental Association,
the course of study leading to a certificate of proficiency in periodontics
and a Master of Dental Science degree extends over 36 months. The curriculum
has been designed to relate basic science principles to the practice of
periodontics. The program emphasizes clinical application, with significant
didactic and research activity maintained over the 36 months. The research
areas available for study include the broad expanse of both clinical and
basic science approaches to improving the understanding of periodontal
pathobiology. In general, clinical certification is not awarded until
the student has fulfilled the requirements of the College of Graduate
Health Sciences for the Master of Dental Science degree. Two students
are accepted each year for admission and matriculation in July. Stipend
support is available.
Fall
Courses
Spring Courses
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Prosthodontics
Director: David R. Cagna, D.M.D., M.S.
The Advanced Prosthodontic
Program at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center begins each
July and extends for 36 consecutive months with graduation in June. The
program is well rounded and provides balanced instruction in clinical
prosthodontics, laboratory technology, basic sciences, and research. Upon
completion, a Certificate of Proficiency in prosthodontics and a Master
of Dental Science degree are awarded. The program complies with standards
established by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American
Dental Association and qualifies students for examination by the American
Board of Prosthodontics. The curriculum is consistent with the expanding
scope of knowledge in prosthodontics as determined by the American College
of Prosthodontists and the American Dental Association. In accordance
with mandates set forth by the American Dental Association in the Accreditation
Standards for Advanced Specialty Education Programs in Prosthodontics,
all students are involved in original, independent research. This research
displays a high level of scholarship and contributes to the existing fund
of professional knowledge. Strong mentorship and state-of-the-art scientific
resources are readily available in the Department of Restorative Dentistry’s
clinical research facility, the College of Dentistry’s dental research
center and dental materials core facilities, and the University’s
College of Health Science Engineering. A Master of Dental Science degree
is awarded by the College of Graduate Health Sciences upon fulfillment
of all program requirements, completion of research, production and acceptance
of a thesis, and successful public defense of the independent research
effort. At present, one student is accepted into the Advanced Prosthodontics
Program each year. A stipend is granted to each student in the program,
commensurate with level of training and funding availability.
Fall
Courses
Spring Courses
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July 2007
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