To Work as a Dentist in the United States

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This information has been gathered together from various official websites to help dentists to work in foreign countries. Links has been provided to get up to date information regarding recent changes.

To work in the United States:-

First step is to take license in the United States and become a licensed dentist. One has to appear for “Dental Licensure” exam to apply for license. There are many rules and steps to get license for international graduates but here we are giving you a summary for all with useful links.
• Request a State Dental Board to get information regarding licensure requirements.
Here we are providing Links of various State dental boards where you can ask for information:
http://www.dced.state.ak.us/occ/
http://www.asbde.org/
http://www.crdts.org/
http://www.dora.state.co.us/
http://www.dph.state.ct.us/
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/
http:/www2.state.id.us/isbd/
http://www.lsbd.org/
http://www.state.ma.us/reg/boards/dn/
http://www.dentalboard.state.mn.us/
http://www.ecodev.state.mo.us/pr/dental/
http://www.msbde.state.ms.us/msbde/msbde.nsf
http://mt.gov/dli/bsd/
http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/crl/crlindex.htm
http://www.state.nh.us/dental/
http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/medical.htm#den3/
http://www.op.nysed.gov/proflist.htm
http://www.ncdentalboard.org/
http://www.nddentalboard.org/
http://www.nerb.org/
http://www.oregon.gov/Dentistry/
http://www.dos.state.pa.us/%20bpoa/denbd/mainpage.htm
http://www.ncdentalboard.org/default.asp
http://www.state.sd.us/doh/dentistry/
http://www.state.tn.us/health/
http://www.tsbde.state.tx.us/
http://www.dopl.utah.gov/
http://www.sec.state.vt.us/
http://www.dhp.state.va.us/

• Contact American Dental Association joint commission on national dental examinations.
• The next step is to credentialing of dental course transcript by E.C.E. (Educational Credentials Evaluators Inc.), for that one has to contact directly for the ECE application form with respective fees.
http://www.ece.org/
• After successful completion of written national board exam, one has to get cleared in clinical examination. Thereafter one has to apply for license where one has to practice dentistry
Several states have additional requirements such as:
--- To be passed in written test of state dental practice act and regulations.
--- To get certificate of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
--- To have malpractice insurance of particular state where one has to
Practice dentistry.
• One may also has to complete Dental education from one of the accredited Dental school before applying for licensure examination.




Dental Licensing
General Information

• The American Dental Association
• The American Dental Hygienists Association
• The American Association of Dental Examiners
• Licensure Information for Foreign-Trained Dentists
• Board of Registration in Dentistry in Massachusetts
• Northeast Regional Board Online
• Canadian Certification and Licensure

Regional Boards

• Central Regional Board
• Northeast Regional Board
• Southern Regional Board
• Western Regional Board

State Licensing Boards

Above all links has been provided to get to the various state dental boards.

National Board Dental Exam Program

Relation Of Gum Diseases with Stress

Periodontology
Chronic Stress, Depression and Cortisol Levels Are Potential Risk Indicators for Periodontal DiseaseResearchers evaluated the effects that stress, depression and cortisol may have in the accumulation of dental plaque and gingivitis in individuals 50 years and older
CHICAGO – May 31, 2006 – Caregivers of people under psychological or physical stress, as well as those with the conditions themselves, should not overlook their oral health, according to a new study printed in the Journal of Periodontology. Study Abstract *
The results from the study suggest that being a caregiver to relatives with dementia, hypercortisolemia (overproduction of cortisol) or stress was associated with elevated plaque levels and increased gingival bleeding in adults aged 50 years and older.
“We found that short-term psychological stress was a risk indicator to elevated plaque levels and long-term physical stress was a risk indicator to gingivitis,” said Fernando N. Hugo, DDS and Faculty of Dentistry of Piracicaba, Brazil. “These findings support the health impact of psychosocial risk factors from chronic stress, which may lead to malfunction of some biological functions.”
The study indicates that the demanding task of caregiving, usually associated with increased stress, may also be a risk factor for poor oral hygiene. These findings point out that stress may contribute to a disinterest in performing oral hygiene.
“Flossing and brushing the teeth and gums had a protective effect against plaque and gingivitis,” said Kenneth A. Krebs, DMD and AAP president. “That said, future research is needed to explore the relationship between stress and oral hygiene negligence.”
In this study, 230 individuals were evaluated, and almost 52 percent were caregivers. Caregivers of patients with dementia were examined because they represent a well-known group suffering from the impacts of chronic stress on human health and immune functions. The results are among the first in literature to suggest that caregivers of relatives with dementia are at risk of having more plaque and gingivitis than non-caregivers.
A referral to a periodontist in your area and free brochure samples including one titled Periodontal Diseases: What You Need to Know are available by calling 800-FLOSS-EM or visiting the AAP's Web site at www.perio.org.
The American Academy of Periodontology is an 8,000-member association of dental professionals specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth and in the placement and maintenance of dental implants. Periodontics is one of nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association.
For more information, contact the AAP Public Affairs Department at 312/573-3243 or 312/573-3242.
* EDITOR'S NOTE: Representatives of the media may contact the AAP Public Affairs Department to receive a copy of the study Chronic Stress, Depression and Cortisol Levels as Risk Indicators of Elevated Levels of Plaque and Gingivitis in Individuals Aged 50 and Over. Abstracts of Journal of Periodontology articles are available to the public online. Full-text of studies may be accessed by AAP members and Journal subscribers or purchased online for $20.

Nature of the Work for Dentist

Dentists diagnose, prevent, and treat problems with teeth or mouth tissue. They remove decay, fill cavities, examine x rays, place protective plastic sealants on children’s teeth, straighten teeth, and repair fractured teeth. They also perform corrective surgery on gums and supporting bones to treat gum diseases. Dentists extract teeth and make models and measurements for dentures to replace missing teeth. They provide instruction on diet, brushing, flossing, the use of fluorides, and other aspects of dental care. They also administer anesthetics and write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications.
Dentists use a variety of equipment, including x-ray machines; drills; and instruments such as mouth mirrors, probes, forceps, brushes, and scalpels. They wear masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect themselves and their patients from infectious diseases.

Dental World

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