Prosthodontics specialization programs around the globe
Abstract
Statement of Problem: Prosthetic treatments account for more than half of the all provided dental services, as well as the highest number of lawsuits in some countries. The quality of Prosthodontics postgraduate programs has profound effect on the improvement of provided patient health care and reduction of patient complaints. Goal: The goal of this study was to survey different universities around the globe for the duration and subjects of Prosthodontics specialty programs, the title of degree awarded and the programs hat are offered in conjunction with other disciplines. Materials and Methods: This study surveyed Prosthodontics specialty programs offered by different universities available on their websites, and reviewed published research on this subject using search engines such as Google, Pubmed and Medline. The published Accreditation Standards for the program and minimum requirements for achieving competency after completion of the program was reviewed. Result: The results of survey showed that prosthodontics specialty is not recognized by all countries. In 42 universities surveyed, the duration of program ranged from two to four years. The title of awarded degree varied in different universities. In some universities, prosthodontics and other disciplines were integrated in one program. Few universities offered additional subjects like photography, geriatrics and pain in their educational curriculum. Conclusion: The core subjects of the programs seemed identical. However, programs differ in duration, title and extra subjects.
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[5] McGivney GP. Review of the literature: Advanced education in prosthodontics. J Prosthet Dent.1990; 64(3):334-341.
[6] Kadavakolanu VPK, Shetty J, Reddy C, Nair KC.Prosthodontic Rehabilitation: Back to Future. International Dental Journal of Student’s Research.2016; 4(1):35-39.
[7] Hudson JD.2014. Advanced Prosthodontic training in the United States of America. J Prosthodont Res. 2014; 58(30):145-149.
[8] Laney WR. History of the American Board of Prosthodontics. J Prosthet Dent. 1972; 28(6)655-656.
[9] Öwall B, Welfare R, Garefis P, Hedzelek W, Hobkirk J, Isidor F, et al. Specialization and specialist education in prosthetic dentistry in Europe. Eur J Prosthodont Restor Dent. 2006; 14(3):105-110.
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[11] Woods WG. History of the Canadian Academy of Prosthodontics. J Prosthet Dent. 1967; 18(3) :187-188.
[12] Sponsoring Organization Tribute-2000. J Prosthet Dent. 2000; 84(2):123-124.
[13] Sponsoring Organization Tribute-2000. J Prosthet Dent. 2000; 84(4):383-386.
[14] Mericske-Stern R. Education for specialization in prosthodontics in Switzerland and the role of EPA. J Prosthodont Res. 2014; 58(3):139-144.
[15] Wang YH, Zhao Q, Tan Z. Current differences in dental education between Chinese and Western models. Eur Jl Dent Educ. 2016; 21(4):1-7.
[16] Sato H. The current status of prosthodontic specialists in Japan—The Japan Prosthodontic Society has played an important role in certification of prosthodontic specialists. J Prosthodont Res.2014; 58(3):150-152.
[17] Ghandhi UV. Current status and expected future direction of the prosthodontic speciality in India JPS Global Workshop Kyoto 2012. J Prosthodont Res. 2014; 58(3):153-157.
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23(2): 81–86.
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[20] Curriculum Proposal for the education and training of specialists in Prosthodontics. ICP. https://www.icp-org.com.
[21] Prosthodontics Postgraduate Curriculum. Gsia.tums.ac.ir.
[22] Kiani M, Sheikhazadi A. A five-year survey for dental malpractice claims in Tehran, Iran. Journal of forensic and legal medicine. 2009; 16(2):76-82.
[23] Al Ammar W. Guile E. A one-year survey of dental malpractice claims in Riyadh. Saudi DentalJournal. 2000; 12(2):95-99.
[24] Koyano K. JPS Global Workshop Kyoto 2012: Introduction.J Prosthodont Res. 2014; 58(3):137 –138
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Farid F, Arastouei S, Saker J. Prosthodontics specialization programs around the globe. J Craniomaxillofac Res. 2019;6(1):1-10.
