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Advanced Operative and Adhesive Dentistry Certificate at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

26-month certificate giving in-depth scientific knowledge and clinical experience in operative and adhesive dentistry, including minimally invasive adhesive dentistry, esthetic functional rehabilitation, digital workflow, CAD/CAM, cariology, dental biomaterials, implant dentistry and esthetic treatment planning. Students also gain teaching experience in the DDS program and may apply for the MS in Biomaterials and Digital Dentistry.

Faculty: Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry  |  Duration: 26 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Courses include Advanced Dental Morphology for Esthetic Restorations, Applied Adhesion Sciences, Cariology, Dental Photography, Operative Implant Dentistry, Research Methodology, Treatment Planning in Operative Dentistry, Dental Ceramics, Color and Aesthetics and advanced operative dentistry clinic.

Career pathways

Academic careers in dental research and education, and roles in dental-related public and private organizations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The program requires a DDS, DMD or equivalent degree (for international dentist applicants).

Duration: 26 months

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