Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Dentistry
- Louisiana
- Prosthodontics
- lsusd.lsuhsc.edu
Program Contact
1100 Florida Avenue, Office of Advanced Education 1100 Florida Ave., New Orleans, Louisiana, 70119
The program in Prosthodontics is a thirty-six month course of study, commencing on July 1st of each year. The program is designed to encompass the main areas of prosthodontics, namely, fixed, removable, implant, maxillofacial prosthodontics, and TMD. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be awarded a certificate in prosthodontics and a Master of Science Degree in Dentistry and will be eligible to take the American Board of Prosthodontics Certifying Examination. The thirty-six month course of study includes the following: (1) seminars in clinically oriented basic science courses, (2) instruction in advanced clinical procedures, (3) clinical science courses, which include occlusion, oral medicine, oral pathology, prosthetics, orofacial pain, and other multidisciplinary courses, and (4) research project (required) in the basic sciences or clinical areas.
Up to three applicants are selected each year; candidates should possess competitive academic credentials and have demonstrated an interest and knowledge in prosthodontics and superior hand skills. Additional experience beyond dental school strengthens the applicant's credentials. Applications from graduates of non-ADA accredited dental schools may be considered.
Program Information
| Program Type | Prosthodontics |
|---|---|
| Program Code | PROS407 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate, Masters |
| Program Size | 3 |
| Program Length | 36 months |
| Application Deadline | August 1 |
| Program Start Date | July 1 |
| Supplemental Application | Yes |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | No |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | lsusd.lsuhsc.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- INBDE
- NBDE1
- NBDE2
- TOEFL
- Passing the INBDE before matriculation into the advanced dental education program
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental application
- Requires supplemental fee
Transcript Evaluation and Instructions
Unofficial transcripts are accepted for consideration during the application process. If an enrollment offer is extended, official transcripts and an INDBE PASS score are required. Dental school and any other post-grad education transcripts are to be included.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
TOEFL scores are required for non-US citizens.
Other Requirement Instructions
An application for Prosthodontics is not complete without the following supplemental items:
1) A 2x2 digital photo submitted here: Survey Monkey - Photo
2) The supplemental fee for LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry submitted via the online payment portal here: Supplemental Fee Portal. On the payment portal please choose the "Prosthodontics Fees", then choose "Application Fees" to pay the correct amount ($50.00 USD).
International Student Eligibility
This program will consider applicants who graduated, or plan to graduate, from a non-CODA accredited dental school: Yes
Applicants are eligible to enroll if they are:
- US Citizen
- US Permanent Resident
- Canadian Citizen
- Canadian Permanent Resident
- Non-US Citizen/Resident (program offers sponsorship)
- Non-US Citizen/Resident (applicant must obtain their own sponsorship)
Additional Information
A personal statement describing motivation for a specialty in Prosthodontics is required.