I. Introduction

Introduction

The purpose of this manual is to give the resident a general overview of the residency program. The information was current when printed but may not totally reflect the day to day resident activities due to time constraints and scheduling difficulties.

A tremendous amount of knowledge in all aspects of prosthodontics must be acquired in the span of three years. The educational program requires complete dedication of all participants. A strong desire to learn and excel is essential for success.

Purpose of the Program

The purpose of the Prosthodontic residency program is to provide progressive clinical, laboratory and didactic training, closely supervised, at the post-graduate level in fixed, removable, and implant prosthodontics. Temporomandibular dysfunction, maxillofacial prosthodontics, implant placement, the interrelation of other medical/dental clinical specialties as well as the role of the prosthodontist is also included. The program integrates all facets of the biomedical sciences with a comprehensive clinical experience culminating in the award of the certificate in prosthodontics. A Master of Science is also available.

Program Goals and Objectives

The Prosthodontic Residency Program has the following goals and objectives:

1. Preparation of knowledgeable and skilled prosthodontic clinicians.
2. Preparation and qualification of prosthodontists for certification by the American Board of Prosthodontics.
3. All residents will engage in research activities.
4. Preparation of prosthodontists qualified to serve as mentors in academic programs.

Scope of Training

Training will include all clinical and laboratory phases of prosthodontic practice to include implant placement. The resident will be exposed to a broad range of techniques, including digital technology, used in fixed, removable, implant and maxillofacial prosthodontics, thus gaining the background and experience necessary to select those techniques which work best in their hands, and to instruct others in their use. New and improved materials will be evaluated as they are introduced to the profession.