Dr. Bhavini S. Acharya
University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston
Pediatric Dentistry
6655 Travis
Suite 460
Houston, Texas 77030
Phone (Work): 713-500-8220
Email: Bhavini.S.Acharya@uth.tmc.edu
State Program located in: Texas
What date will your program start on? 07/01/2021
Length of Program: 24 months
Program Number: PED346
Is your program located in an academic institution or clinical institution? Academic
Does your program offer any graduate degrees or certificates? Yes
If Yes, please list Graduate degrees or certificates offered: Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry with an optional Master of Science in Dentistry Degree. https://dentistry.uth.edu/education/advanced-education-programs/pediatric-dentistry
Does your program participate in MATCH? Yes
Estimated number of available positions for current application cycle: 8
Does your program accept predoctoral students as externs (typically described as 1-2 weeks of voluntary, full-time, primarily observational experiences without formal educational objectives or affiliation)?: Yes
If available, please provide the web address for additional information: https://dentistry.uth.edu/students/advanced-education/programs/index.htm#students-pediatric-dentistry
The program in pediatric dentistry is designed to offer the advanced student a mixture of didactic and clinical experiences. Emphasis is placed on hospital and clinical dentistry, and includes experiences in general anesthesia, IV and mild to moderate sedation, special patient care, and interceptive and preventive orthodontics. Rotations through Hermann Children's Hospital, Texas Children's Hospital and Houston Medical Center (a pediatric ambulatory care clinic which is designed to simulate a private practice setting) provide each resident with the opportunity to learn in many different environments. Month-long pediatric medicine and anesthesiology rotations are completed during the second half of the first training year. The program is approved and accredited by the ADA Commission on Dental Accreditation. Upon successful completion of the certificate program, the student satisfies the eligibility requirements for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. An optional master of science in dentistry degree may be earned within the two-year period
ADA ADAT Scores are Required: No
ADA ADAT Scores are Accepted but Not Required: Yes
Must upload unofficial undergraduate transcripts to the ADEA PASS application: Yes
Must submit Dental School transcripts to the program (in addition to ADEA PASS): No
Must report GRE scores in the ADEA PASS application: No
Must submit original GRE scores to the program: No
Must upload a CV/Resume to the ADEA PASS application: Yes
Must submit a photocopy or a notarized copy of your dental school diploma to the program: Yes
Must submit Dental Admissions Test (DAT) score: No
Must submit official NBDE results to ADEA PASS: No
Must submit official INBDE results to ADEA PASS:
Must submit a National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Comprehensive Basic Science Examination (CBSE) score. (OMS only): No
Must submit a 2" x 2" photo to the program: Yes
Must contact program for additional requirements: No
Must visit program website for additional requirements: No
Additional Information:
Must submit supplemental application to the program: No
Must submit supplemental application processing fee to the program: No
Domestic Applicants: $
International Applicants:
Other (Please explain) $
Additional Information: $
An additional week is required prior to the July 1 start date for orientation and processing.
http://www.db.uth.tmc.edu/education/advanced-education-programs
Must have passed Part 1, National Dental Board Examination: Yes
Must have passed Part 2, National Dental Board Examination: Yes
Must have earned a D.M.D./D.D.S. degree, or equivalent: Yes
Must have completed a one-year residency program: No
Additional Information:
Must be a U.S. Citizen: No
Can be a permanent resident?: Yes
Permanent residents must show proof of residency: Yes
Will accept Canadian citizens: Yes
Must have a limited permit: No
Must have a U.S. dental license: No
Must be eligible for state dental license: No
Must have a valid state dental license: No
Must be a graduate of a U.S. dental school: Yes
Must be a graduate of a Canadian dental school:
Additional Information:
Will accept foreign citizens (not including Canada): Yes
Must be proficient in the English language: Yes
Must report TOEFL score on ADEA PASS application: Yes
Must submit original TOEFL score report to program: Yes
Must have foreign transcripts evaluated: Yes
Must have foreign transcripts submitted to the program: Yes
May be considered if graduated from non-ADA accredited dental school: Yes
Additional Information:
Must have passed NBDE Part I & II; plus TOEFL as required
Preceptorship is recommended.