This program meets the requirements of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Curriculum Instruction in all areas of pediatric dentistry is provided through lectures, seminars, and clinical experience in clinic and hospital operating rooms. A special emphasis is placed on the basic sciences and the relationship of pediatric dentistry to all other areas of dentistry and medicine. Clinical rotations include anesthesia, emergency, orthodontics, and pediatrics. The presence of the Divisions of Orthodontics and Craniofacial Anomalies within the Department leads to strong ties and education in these areas.
Student teaching is an integral part of the clinical program.
Students are required to complete either a research project under the supervision of a faculty member or a properly documented clinical research project resulting in a manuscript ready for submission to a refereed journal. Program Stipend Students receive a monthly stipend. Students may contact the Department directly to inquire about the current stipend level. The pediatric dentistry residents receive a broad, high quality and in depth clinical experience. Research, teaching, core curriculum courses and the majority of instruction in orthodontics are pursued on the University of California campus.