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UConn University of Connecticut school of University of Connecticut Search University of Connecticut Search UConn A to Z Index UConn A to Z Index School of Dental Medicine Search this Site Search in https://dentalmedicine.uconn.edu/ Search Toggle navigation Menu School of Dental Medicine HomeMission, Vision, and Values Fast Facts Current and Past Deans Contact Us Programs and Admissions Predoctoral Program Advanced Education Special Programs Health Career Opportunity Programs UConn-NIDCR T90/R90 Research Training Program Departments Prosthodontics Orthodontics Pediatric Dentistry Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery General Dentistry Behavioral Sciences and Community Health Endodontology Periodontology Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences Biomedical Engineering Center for Regenerative Medicine and Skeletal Development Research Faculty Affairs Student Life Patient Care Give Search this Site Search in https://dentalmedicine.uconn.edu/ Search Orthodontics Section Menu Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences Prosthodontics Orthodontics Pediatric Dentistry General Dentistry Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Periodontology Endodontology Behavioral Sciences and Community Health Center for Regenerative Medicine and Skeletal Development Biomedical Engineering Alert: Skip to: Academic Program | Admissions | Faculty | Advanced Program in Orthodontics for International Orthodontists | Research Fellowship | Contact Information Division Overview The post-graduate program in orthodontics at the University of Connecticut was established in 1971. Since its inception, it has made landmark contributions to the field of orthodontics. The Division has always been on the cusp of leading research in bone and muscle biology, craniofacial orthopedics, and clinical orthodontics. The Division has led the field in the application of biomechanics and the development of innovative orthodontic materials and appliances. The peer-reviewed contributions by faculty, residents, and alumni are well known in orthodontics. Academic Program Combined M.Dent.Sc./Certificate Program (36 months) The combined M.Dent.Sc./Certificate Program is oriented toward preparing the student for substantial involvement in a career in research and teaching. While this academic program emphasizes in-depth research, it includes strong clinical experience. This program leads to a certificate in orthodontics plus an M.Dent.Sc. degree. Combined Ph.D./Certificate Program (approximately 60 months) The combined Ph.D./Certificate Program is also oriented toward preparing the student for a career in research and teaching. There is an emphasis on in-depth research while still including strong clinical experience. This program leads to a certificate in orthodontics plus a Ph.D. degree. The length of time for this program is subject to each individual’s research progress. Applicants to the Combined Ph.D./Certificate Program must currently be a matriculated Ph.D. student at UConn Health in good standing. In addition, they must have the written permission of their Ph.D. advisor and committee. View more information on the Ph.D. in Biomedical Science program. Curriculum The curriculum is problem oriented” and is developed around a spectrum of courses. Each course consists of a sequence of problems and an organizational format appropriate for their solution. Each course is a result of the interaction of personnel and expertise from clinical and basic science areas. The clinical portion of these programs include courses such as Growth and Development, Biomechanics I and II, Biology of Tooth Movement, Biostatistics, Functional Oral Anatomy, Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Multidisciplinary Care, Functional Appliances, Developmental Biology, Connective Tissue Biology, Biomaterials, Craniofacial Anomalies, Cephalometrics, Basic Edgewise, Orthodontic Appliances, Practice Management, TMJ Dysfunction, Functional Considerations, Surgical Orthodontics, and Research. Research There are unique opportunities for the students to direct their interests into such diverse specialty areas as bone biology, growth and development, clinical orthodontics, orthognathic surgery, biomechanics, biology of tooth movement, muscle physiology, speech, and behavioral science. The Division has a number of well-equipped research laboratories devoted to biomechanics and cell biology as well as access to others in the School of Engineering, the Institute of Material Science, the Center for Regenerative Medicine and Skeletal Development, and the Center for Biomaterials in the Division of Prosthodontics. Admissions Admission Requirements All applications will be processed through the Postdoctoral Application Support Service (PASS) of the American Association of Dental Schools. Information can be obtained by contacting: PASS 1625 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Suite 600 Washington, DC 20036-2212 Phone: 1-800-353-2237 Fax: 202-667-4983 Email: passinfo@passweb.org Website: https://www.adea.org/pass/ Orthodontic Policies and Procedures for Student Admittance Policies and Procedures Application Process A completed application must be submitted to PASS by September 15, 2023, to be considered for the following academic year. Supplemental Application: The only* document required to be sent to UConn School of Dental Medicine is an application fee of $100 to the following address by September 15, 2023, to be considered for the following academic year: Payment Option 1 (preferred): Pay via PayPal at the following link: https://enrollmentfees.uchc.edu/DentAppFees.html Once here, in drop-down choose: Orthodontics Residency, ID Type= PASS ID, ID# = Your Pass ID # Also, complete all personal information *Please be sure you are choosing Orthodontics for $100 and not Dental School Pre Doc Program for $75!* Payment Option 2: Via check or Monday order in U.S. dollars drawn from a U.S. bank made payable to UConn Health Orthodontics with the name of the applicant on the memo line on the check and mail to: Mailed to: Program Director Division of Orthodontics UConn Health 263 Farmington Avenue, MC 1725 Farmington, CT 06030-1725 *No credit cards or wire transfers accepted.* In addition, all applicants are required to register with the National Matching Service: National Matching Services 20 Holly Street, Suite 301 Toronto, Ontario Canada M4S 3B1 Phone: 416-977-3431 Fax: 416-977-5020 Email: matchinfo@natmatch.com Please note: Transcripts: Dental school, undergraduate, and graduate/professional school (if applicable) transcripts must be uploaded to PASS . Dental School transcripts must be official, undergraduate and graduate do not. Transcripts do not need to be sent directly to UConn. Graduates from non-American Dental Association (ADA) accredited schools: Graduates must request original ECE’s or WES’s to be sent directly to PASS. They do not need to be sent directly to UConn. National Dental Board Examination (NBDE) and Integrated National Board Exam (INBDE*) : Applicants must have taken and passed, at minimum, Part I of the NBDE or INBDE. Although the School of Dental Medicine Dean reports board scores to PASS, we also require you to request original scores (not self-reported) from the ADA. They do not need to be sent directly to UConn. UPDATE: Due to the timing of the availability to take the *INBDE, the due date for scores to be uploaded in PASS is 10/15 . Current TOEFL Score: Students whose native language is not English must contact ETS to have their official TOEFL scores released to ADEA PASS. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper), 213 (computer), 79 (internet), or 6.5 (IELTS) is required for admission. Self-reported scores are not accepted. Exception: International students whose native language is non English but have completed an advanced standing program...