The objective of the program is to increase the number of training opportunities in advanced general dentistry and to improve program quality. Support of programs of advanced general dentistry is part of a Federal effort to improve the access and availability of primary care in the field of dentistry. This includes the cost of supporting trainees in such programs who plan to enter and pursue the general practice of dentistry.
Grant support is available for three categories of program development.
Approximately 70 percent of the new training positions established under this grant program have been retained following the termination of grant support. In order to receive support, the training program must have an accreditation classification assigned by the commission on Dental Accreditation.