Last updated on May 10, 2023.

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Program Size
9
Program Length
24 months
Application Deadline
September 15
Program Start
July 1

Program Contact

Dr. Maria Jose Cervantes Mendez DDS, MS, FAAPD Program Director

UT Health School of Dentistry, Department of Developmental Dentistry, 7703 Floyd Curl Dr. MC7888, San Antonio, Texas, 78229-3900

Kelly D. Limehouse Academic Programs Coordinator
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The program in pediatric dentistry is designed to offer the advanced student a balanced curriculum in both didactic and clinical areas. Particular emphasis is placed on hospital dentstry, conscious sedation, interceptive orthodontics and special patient care. The program is administered by the Department of Developmental Dentistry of the School of Dentistry and is approved and accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and the American Dental Association. Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student is awarded a certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and meets the eligibility requirements for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

UT Health San Antonio Pediatric Dentistry Program will be offering a Virtual Externship experience. The Virtual Externship is intended for potential applicants to view in lieu of physically visiting our campus. It is meant to provide interested applicants with an introduction to our program, faculty, and residents. There will be a Q & A session following the presentation.

The Externships will be held on the following dates:

Wednesday, June 21, 2023 – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (CST) Register in advance for this meeting here.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 – 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm (CST) Register in advance for this meeting here.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact us at pedoapplications@uthscsa.edu.

Program Information

Program Type Pediatric Dentistry
Program Code PED347
Degrees Offered Certificate, Masters
Program Size 9
Program Length 24 months
Application Deadline September 15
Program Start Date July 1
Supplemental Application No
Supplemental Fee No
Stipend Offered Yes
Match Participating Yes
Program Website uthscsa.edu

Application Requirements

Required Standardized Tests

TOEFL Requirement Instructions

TOEFL is required for all international applicants.  The score must be at least 100 to be considered.

Other Requirement Instructions

International students are required to have completed and passed both boards at the time of application, as well as a completed the TOEFL with a score of 100 or better.

International Student Eligibility

This program has not yet provided information to us on international student eligibility.

Additional Information

2 x 2 photo is required and must be sent electronically.  It can be attached to the PASS application or emailed directly to the program at pedoapplications@uthscsa.edu.