Prosthodontic Program Directors' Perceptions Regarding Implant Placement by Prosthodontic Residents: A 2004 Survey Conducted by the Educational Policy Subcommittee of the American College of Prosthodontists

Abstract

This survey showed that implant dentistry has become an integral part of the postgraduate prosthodontic curriculum. The trends to incorporate implant placement into the postgraduate prosthodontic curriculum were already evident prior to 2004. To address the demand for implant treatment in patient care and enhance surgical implant knowledge, the ACP in 2005 added placement of implants to its Accreditation Standards for Advanced Specialty Education Programs in Prosthodontics.

Retrospective Analysis of Dental Implants Placed and Restored by Advanced Prosthodontic Residents

“…Implant placement in an AEP program can provide successful results. A 2004 survey conducted by the Educational Policy Subcommittee of the ACP examined the implant curricula in AEP programs based on the perceptions of program directors 24 . That study reported that implant dentistry is an integral part of AEP curricula, and noted the incorporation of implant surgical training in the program.…”

“…A 2004 survey conducted by the Educational Policy Subcommittee of the ACP examined the implant curricula in AEP programs based on the perceptions of program directors. 24 That study reported that implant dentistry is an integral part of AEP curricula, and noted the incorporation of implant surgical training in the program. This study examined the survival rate of dental implants placed and restored exclusively by prosthodontic residents.…”

“…23 A survey by the Advanced Education in Prosthodontics (AEP) program directors in the United States and Canada reported that implant surgical training has become an essential part of prosthodontic program curricula. 24 The American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) also recognized implant placement as an important component of the Accreditation Standards for Advanced Specialty Education Programs in Prosthodontics. 25 A recent survey addressed prosthodontic residents and their perception of their surgical training.…”

Advanced Education in Prosthodontics: Residents’ Perspectives on Their Current Training and Future Goals

“…In addition, to address the demands for implant treatment in patient care and to enhance surgical implant knowledge, the ACP in 2005 added placement of implants to its Accreditation Standards for Advanced Specialty Education Programs in Prosthodontics. 17 It is expected that students will act as first assistant and/or primary surgeon for some of their own patients. In respect to TMD, recent accreditation standards for AEP programs mandated that instructions must be provided at the understanding level in TMD and orofacial pain, and students must be competent in the prosthodontic management of patients with TMD and/or orofacial pain.…”

“…[8][9][10][11][12][13][14] Studies related to AEP have been based on surveys of program directors, deans, and practicing prosthodontists. [15][16][17][18][19] A recent study for the first time surveyed AEP residents on which factors might influence residents in choosing prosthodontics as their specialty. 20 The study reported that residents considered the complexities and challenges of treatment planning and execution of prosthodontic treatment to be the most important factors in deciding to specialize in prosthodontics.…”