InternationalDMD.com                   

• This site is a guide for international dentists who want  to practice dentistry in the United States of America

How do I  practice dentistry in the USA?

• In order to practice dentistry in the United States, you will need:
  1. A DMD or DDS degree from an accredited institution
  2. Successful completion of the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDE) Parts I and II
  3. Successful completion of a licensure examination- CDCA, WREB, or ADEX​
     

                                *Following completion of these 3 requisites, one can apply to any individual state dental board to obtain licensure in a state in the US

DMD/DDS Degree

• The DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and DMD (Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry or Doctor of Dental Medicine) are equivalent degrees and hold the exact same value.
• Normally, a DMD or DDS course is 4 years for American students, however,  many American dental schools offer Advanced Standing Programs​ which allow internationally-trained dentists to obtain a DMD or DDS in 2-3 years.

Admission Process

• The admission process for an Advanced Standing DMD/DDS Program can be divided into the following phases :
  • Phase I: Applications
  • Phase II: Interviews

• There are Alternatives to Advanced Standing DMD/DDS for those who want to practice in the US without obtaining a DMD or DDS, however, there are limitations on where and what one can practice if this route is selected.

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