The Baltimore-Washington area is a rich in clinical and basic science expertise, and residents are given opportunities to interact with this valuable resource. Before completing the program, each resident is expected to conduct an original project and prepare a manuscript of the work that is suitable for publication. Residents become proficient in guided tissue regeneration, guided bone regeneration, and the use of different implant systems. They also become proficient in all other currently accepted modalities of surgical and non surgical therapy. During rotations at the Baltimore Veterans Affairs Medical Center, residents gain experience in hospital dentistry, laboratory diagnosis, internal medicine, and anesthesiology.
Residents gain experience in managing a periodontal maintenance program.
The preparation and documentation of cases suitable for submission to the American Board of Periodontology is a requirement for graduation from the program. Residents are encourged strongly to present themselves for peer review after they complete the program. Applicants must have passed Parts I and II of the National Board Examination with an average score of 85 or higher. Applicants should have been interviewed by the Director and members of the admission committee of the Department of Periodontics.