International dentist in Texas,how to validate my degree here

[Gabs]

Hello,
I am a dentist from Peru, but now I am living in Texas, I would like to know how to validate my degree here . I know that there are some schools with programs for international dentist, but I also would like to know if there are any other options like residency in some hospitals or studying a master to be able to get my license in Texas.
I will appreciate all the info and help you could bring me.
I Also would like to know what books should I get to study and get a good score on the boards 1 and 2.
Thank you!

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[pavi1230]

Hello,
I am a dentist from Peru, but now I am living in Texas, I would like to know how to validate my degree here . I know that there are some schools with programs for international dentist, but I also would like to know if there are any other options like residency in some hospitals or studying a master to be able to get my license in Texas.
I will appreciate all the info and help you could bring me.
I Also would like to know what books should I get to study and get a good score on the boards 1 and 2.
Thank you!

Try a speciality,

In texas you can practice in lieu of a ADA accredited speciality, Its better and think easier because you are going forward instead of of doing the last 2 years of dental school. getting into a IDP is getting ridiculous! Btw you have to do your boards, no getting around that.

Regarding books, decks and released papers.

Suerte amigo(a)

 

[mamelon]

As a U.S. graduate who is competing for a spot in a residency in Texas, I can tell you that the Texas dental schools are aware of this pathway foreign trained dentists use to "validate your license." It's actually not fair to those who are truly interested in that particular specialty.

 

[pavi1230]

As a U.S. graduate who is competing for a spot in a residency in Texas, I can tell you that the Texas dental schools are aware of this pathway foreign trained dentists use to "validate your license." It's actually not fair to those who are truly interested in that particular specialty.

Well buddy, sadly the school don't make the laws, the state's dentistry board does:

"Dental Licensure Information for International dentists in Texas:

To apply for dental licensure please read the information on General Dental Licensure first. Click here to be directed to the information on General Dental Licensure.

In addition to general licensure requirements for dental applicants, graduates of non-accredited dental schools must present proof - translated to English, if necessary - that the applicant has:
1. Graduated from a dental school, and
2. Successfully completed training in an American Dental Association (ADA) approved specialty education program that is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and that consists of at least two years of training as specified by the Council on Dental Education.

Information about locations of specialty programs should be obtained from the ADA either on the internet at: http://www.ada.org/ or by writing or calling: American Dental Association, 211 East Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60611-2678, 312-440-2500.

Acceptable specialties are: Endodontics, Periodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Public Health, or Prosthodontics. General Practice Residencies or Advanced Education in General Dentistry programs are not recognized areas of dental specialty and will not qualify for the purpose of obtaining Texas licensure".

As a foreign trained dentist you can do a speciality (excluding gpr and aegd) and practice. I hope that you are not using the stereotypical mentality of "these foreigners are taking our jobs". There are allot of programs and there is no need to be selfish.

All's fair in love and war! plus the United States is pretty big. I'm sure you will find a spot in the residency (or speciality) of your dreams somewhere.

Warm wishes!

 

[mamelon]

Thank you for the lesson in licensure - I don't need it. Your response just reiterates my previous statement. And there is no sterotype needed here - you can see the truth by going to any Texas dental school.

 

[pavi1230]

Thank you for the lesson in licensure - I don't need it. Your response just reiterates my previous statement. And there is no sterotype needed here - you can see the truth by going to any Texas dental school.

I'm pretty sure you don't need it. But others reading might find it very resourceful.

So my friend buckle up, because "Toto, you are not in Kansas anymore". Us foreign trained dentists have the same right as you(by doing a speciality in the field of our choice). Sorry if it rubs you in the wrong way!.

If you don't get into a program if because of your lack of merit, not because "someone took your spot".

I suggest the whining should stop.

Sincerely.

Pavi1230

 

[dolge]

That was a priceless information, thanks Pavi1230 🙂
a lot of peolple is going to find it very resourceful.

Btw Gabs, how long have you been here??

 

[pavi1230]

That was a priceless information, thanks Pavi1230 🙂
a lot of peolple is going to find it very resourceful.

Btw Gabs, how long have you been here??

Don't sweat it!😎

 

[blissonearth]

As a U.S. graduate who is competing for a spot in a residency in Texas, I can tell you that the Texas dental schools are aware of this pathway foreign trained dentists use to "validate your license." It's actually not fair to those who are truly interested in that particular specialty.

whoa whoa .... I think it's safe to say : "the competition is getting harder and harder, schools will accepts good standing applicants, it doesn't matter they are international or US graduates, fair acts, no discrimination"

 

[pavi1230]

whoa whoa .... I think it's safe to say : "the competition is getting harder and harder, schools will accepts good standing applicants, it doesn't matter they are international or US graduates, fair acts, no discrimination"

I most definitely concur with this statement. 👍

 

[cfar83]

Well buddy, sadly the school don't make the laws, the state's dentistry board does:

"Dental Licensure Information for International dentists in Texas:

To apply for dental licensure please read the information on General Dental Licensure first. Click here to be directed to the information on General Dental Licensure.

In addition to general licensure requirements for dental applicants, graduates of non-accredited dental schools must present proof - translated to English, if necessary - that the applicant has:
1. Graduated from a dental school, and
2. Successfully completed training in an American Dental Association (ADA) approved specialty education program that is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and that consists of at least two years of training as specified by the Council on Dental Education.

Information about locations of specialty programs should be obtained from the ADA either on the internet at: http://www.ada.org/ or by writing or calling: American Dental Association, 211 East Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60611-2678, 312-440-2500.

Acceptable specialties are: Endodontics, Periodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Public Health, or Prosthodontics. General Practice Residencies or Advanced Education in General Dentistry programs are not recognized areas of dental specialty and will not qualify for the purpose of obtaining Texas licensure".

As a foreign trained dentist you can do a speciality (excluding gpr and aegd) and practice. I hope that you are not using the stereotypical mentality of "these foreigners are taking our jobs". There are allot of programs and there is no need to be selfish.

All's fair in love and war! plus the United States is pretty big. I'm sure you will find a spot in the residency (or speciality) of your dreams somewhere.

Warm wishes!

Hey, how are you? I hope you're ok 🙂
I've been checking the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry webpage to see the educational programs offered across the US, tell me is every program mentioned in that page fully accredited by the ADA to be able to practice in Texas?
Because I saw many hospitals offering a certificate, is this valid for the Dental Board of Texas?

Thank you for your help

 

[pavi1230]

Hey, how are you? I hope you're ok 🙂
I've been checking the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry webpage to see the educational programs offered across the US, tell me is every program mentioned in that page fully accredited by the ADA to be able to practice in Texas?
Because I saw many hospitals offering a certificate, is this valid for the Dental Board of Texas?

Thank you for your help

Short version: I think the the answer is yes. I strongly suggest that you call the board and find out. Trust me, they don't bite!. 🙂

You have too look for the programs that accept foreign trained dentists.

P.S.
You have to whisper in this thread, you don't want to get people mad!. LOL!

 

[JohnGR]

Hello,

My name is John, and im new to the forum. I'm a graduate of University of Athens Dental school, and have
been practicing dentisty for 12 years. Due to the economic situation in Greece, i have started to think
of work in the usa, specifically Texas. I've searched endlessly and have become overwhelmed with info that tends to contradict sometimes.
Can you please tell me what you mean by practicing in "lieu" of a ADA accredited specialty?

I have been on University of Texas San Antonio website..and when i talked to them they told me the
only way for dentistry is through a "CODA" approved program.

Please help.
Thanks

 

[MSouza]

Thank you so much for these information! I am so glad for it! =)
I am studding for NBDE part I, and I was so sure that the International Dentist Education Program was the only way to get the license in Texas ..... and it's so long....

Now I have one more option!!! I am so happy.... I am an orthodontic specialist in my country and go straight to this program here in USA will make me so happy!

Thank you so much again!
=)

 

[Tita]

Currently doing my AEGD program second year in a community clinic in Texas. Somebody know if I can get a Educational License In Texas . I would like to stay in my AEGD program teaching but this is not school its a community clinic.

Thank you.

 

[stannle7]

Well buddy, sadly the school don't make the laws, the state's dentistry board does:

"Dental Licensure Information for International dentists in Texas:

To apply for dental licensure please read the information on General Dental Licensure first. Click here to be directed to the information on General Dental Licensure.

In addition to general licensure requirements for dental applicants, graduates of non-accredited dental schools must present proof - translated to English, if necessary - that the applicant has:
1. Graduated from a dental school, and
2. Successfully completed training in an American Dental Association (ADA) approved specialty education program that is accredited by the Commission

on Dental Accreditation and that consists of at least two years of training as specified by the Council on Dental Education.


Hello thanks for th,is info. I am an international dentist too,an you please advise as how do get Masters in dental public health, Is MPH needed before DPH, i dont have any publicationns,gpa3.2 n teaching n clinical exp 15years.which states r realatively easy,i m a permanent resident. please advise.Thank you.
stanle

 

[sam99]

As a U.S. graduate who is competing for a spot in a residency in Texas, I can tell you that the Texas dental schools are aware of this pathway foreign trained dentists use to "validate your license." It's actually not fair to those who are truly interested in that particular specialty.

How is that not fair? And how can you assume that someone does not have "real" interest in that speciality just because they have a foreign degree? That seems very narrow minded and frankly silly to have such assumptions. Foreign trained graduates have all the right to pursue specializations, according to the school they apply to. Admission committee's are going to take the best applicants, regardless of origin of degree, and to assume you are some how "better" than foreign trained grads is frankly biased. Just because someone did not follow the same exact route you took to get to the same destination, doesn't make them more or less qualified to be there. It boggles my mind when I read such uneducated and uninformed messages.