Medical University of South Carolina
- South Carolina
- Implant Dentistry
- dentistry.musc.edu
Program Contact
29 Bee Street
Charleston, SC 29425
The Post-Doctoral program in Digital Dentistry is the first full-time program of its kind worldwide; it is a 2-year clinical program with an emphasis on prosthodontic rehabilitations using multiple digital systems and technologies. The objective of this program is to provide clinicians with a sound academic and clinical background in digital dentistry with a wide variety of technologies from over 20 different manufacturers. Emphasis is placed on training clinicians who are competent in all aspects of digital dentistry from guided surgical implant placement to 3D smile design, full mouth rehabilitation, and computer-assisted manufacturing of high-quality restorations. The program is enriched by comprehensive treatment planning involving full mouth rehabilitation, treatment of edentulism, and rehabilitation of the worn dentition. Contemporary esthetic materials and dental implant therapy are emphasized.
Candidates will have the opportunity to complete an MSD (Master of Science in Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, Digital Dentistry Track). This degree requires completion of a research project and defense of a thesis project. The didactic component of the program includes treatment planning seminars and literature review seminars in addition to formal lecture courses. The Master's degree program is completed simultaneously with the clinical Certificate program in Digital Dentistry and there is no option for a Certificate only program. The Master's degree and Certificate in Digital Dentistry program is a minimum of 24 months in length. A research project culminating in the defense of a thesis is mandatory, and preparation of a manuscript suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed journal is strongly recommended.
The MUSC Digital Dentistry Residency is focused on synergistically applying the latest technology available for advancing patient care.
Components of the program include:
- Digital Implant Planning (Blueskyplan, Romexis guided, Simplant, Exoplan)
- Digital Intraoral and laboratory Scanning (Medit, 3Shape, Planmeca, Cerec, iTero)
- 3D Printing, Resin and metal laser sintering technology (Sprintray, Ackuretta, Asiga, Sisma)
- CAD/CAM Design (Exocad, Planmeca, 3Shape, CEREC, Meshmixer)
- 3D and 2D Smile Design
- Milling (Roland, Cerec, Planmeca, Ivoclar Vivadent)
- Guided Surgical Implant Placement (Blueskybio, Biohorizons, Straumann, Zimmer, Astratech)
- Digital Hybrid Fabrication
- Digital Dentures
- Chairside Milled Ceramics
- Laboratory Milling
- State of the art biomaterials in milling and 3D printing technologies
- Surgical Principles
- Prosthetic Principles
- Conversative Adhesive Ceramics
- Veneers
- CBCT Technology
- Literature Review
- Evidence-Based Dentistry
- Clinical Photography
Program Information
| Program Type | Implant Dentistry |
|---|---|
| Program Code | IMPD1027 |
| Degrees Offered | Masters |
| Program Size | 2 |
| Program Length | 24 months |
| Application Deadline | September 1 |
| Program Start Date | May 1 |
| Supplemental Application | Yes |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | No |
| Match Participating | No |
| Program Website | dentistry.musc.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- NBDE1
- NBDE2
- TOEFL
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental application
- Requires supplemental fee
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
Three (3) letters of recommendation should be requested. All letters should be sent directly to MUSC, with the contact information attached to the recommendation.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) scores should be sent. We do not accept the IELTS test. A minimum TOEFL iBT test score of 90 is required for application consideration. TOEFL test scores taken more than 3 years before application date will not be accepted. Three (3) letters of recommendation should be requested. All letters should be sent directly to MUSC, with the contact information attached to the recommendation.
Other Requirement Instructions
All international students will be expected to attend a comprehensive preclinical course aiming to prepare them for clinical protocol, clinical responsibilities, and patient care. At the end of the course, the student is expected to pass a competency exam to be able to provide active patient care in the clinics. This credentialing process is currently overseen by Dr. Sompop Bencharit, Assistant Dean for Innovation and Dr. Christian Brenes, Digital Dentistry Residency Program Director.
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
- Non-US Citizen/Resident (applicant must obtain their own sponsorship)